Chain O' Lakes State Park, State park in McHenry and Lake Counties, Illinois.
The park contains nine interconnected lakes surrounded by forests and wetlands, creating a network of waterways for recreational activities throughout the seasons.
Established in 1945, Chain O' Lakes State Park emerged as a response to increasing public demand for outdoor recreational spaces in northern Illinois.
The preserved one-room Stanley Schoolhouse within the park grounds demonstrates educational practices from earlier periods of Illinois settlement.
The park maintains 331 electric and 49 non-electric camping sites, along with 23 miles of hiking trails and designated fishing areas.
The park's system of kettle lakes, formed by glacial activity, permits only electric motors for boating to maintain the natural environment.
Location: McHenry County
Location: Lake County
Inception: 1945
Website: https://www2.illinois.gov/dnr/Parks/Pages/ChainOLakes.aspx
GPS coordinates: 42.45890,-88.17420
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:01
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