The Foundry (at The Forge)

$$ • Pet Friendly

Hours:
1001 Main St, Lemont
(630) 326-3301

About The Foundry (at The Forge)

The Foundry (at The Forge) is a multifaceted outdoor adventure destination that offers a wide range of activities and experiences. Nestled in a beautiful natural setting, the venue provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy various outdoor pursuits, including kayaking, canoeing, ziplining, climbing, and biking. The Foundry also features a performance space for live music events, enhancing the experience for visitors.

Guests can explore the scenic forest preserve, go fishing, and spot wildlife like beavers. The Foundry has a restaurant with tables facing the water, cornhole games, and bonfire options. Activities such as laser tag, archery, and scavenger hunts are included in the entry pass. While the reviews mention that some elements of the climbing towers could use updates, they also highlight the fun of the climbing and ziplining experiences. Safety is emphasized, and the staff is noted as highly trained and knowledgeable.

Visitors appreciate the beautiful location, ample parking, and clean restrooms, although some have pointed out the need for more shaded areas and better mosquito control. The Foundry is described as a great place to challenge oneself and enjoy the outdoors, though it can be crowded on weekends, leading to longer wait times. Overall, The Foundry (at The Forge) is a fantastic outdoor adventure destination that caters to diverse interests and provides memorable experiences for visitors.

The Foundry (at The Forge) Reviews

4.6
31 ratings
Restaurantji Rating
5
100%
Food
5.0
Atmosphere
5.0
Service
5.0

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Great place with lots to do. The staff is accommodating and the ace is spotless and so beautiful! 10/10 would make the 6 hour drive from Ohio again just to come back!

About a month ago, my mom was at one of their concerts. She went to grab a drink from one of the bartenders at a table outside (so not inside the Foundry). After giving the bartender her card to pay, she set it on top of her wallet but left the wallet sitting on the table and walked away with her bottle of water. She realized this a couple minutes later and went back. They told her they didn’t see it.

Classic losing your wallet story, right? Wrong. She checked her bank...read full review

Worst Birthday Party Ever - Do not book group event for climbing or zipline.

Worst Birthday Party Ever - Do not book group event for climbing or zipline. We booked a birthday party for my son - with 10 climbers age 10-14 and 3 adults (which we paid $65 per person). Other adults were on the group supervising. I will start by saying - as a family, we are overly deferential to staff in support/service industries (its hard - we get it) and expect that our kids behave well...read full review

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Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday 3 - 8PM
Saturday 10AM - 6PM
Sunday 10AM - 6PM
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