Crystal Lake, Regional hub in McHenry County, Illinois, United States.
Crystal Lake extends across 45 miles northwest of Chicago, featuring numerous parks, natural areas, and a central business district with shops and restaurants.
The settlement began in 1835 when Ziba S. Beardsley arrived and named the waters clear as crystal, leading to two communities merging into one city by 1914.
The Raue Center for the Arts presents performances throughout the year while the downtown area maintains numerous historical buildings and independent businesses.
The city connects to Chicago through Metra trains and major highways, with local transportation services including Pace buses and taxi operations.
The Dole Mansion, constructed in the 1860s with European craftsmanship and marble fireplaces, spans over 1,000 acres overlooking the namesake lake.
Location: McHenry County
Inception: September 23, 1914
Elevation above the sea: 287 m
Website: http://crystallake.org
GPS coordinates: 42.22639,-88.33556
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:33
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