Welcome to Crystal Lake, Illinois

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Crystal Lake, Illinois

Crystal Lake is located 50 miles northwest of Chicago, a short drive from O'Hare International Airport, near major highways and interstates. The Union Pacific Rail Line provides easy access to downtown Chicago.

Crystal Lake's vibrant, historic downtown is home to over 170 businesses, including specialty stores, restaurants, and services which can be found within easy walking distance of each other. In the late 1800"s Crystal Lake enjoyed nationwide fame through the manufacture of architectural terra cotta and TECO pottery. Downtown has several building adorned with this locally produced terra cotta including the newly renovated Raue Center for the Arts .

Crystal Lake boasts 2 of the very best public school systems in the region. 9 public grade schools, 3 Junior High Schools, parochial & private schools.
High School District 155 consists of 4 high schools, 3 that are in Crystal Lake.
Crystal Lake Central, Crystal Lake South & Prairie Ridge High School.
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McHenry County Community College provides credit and non-credit educational and training opportunities as well as special events for close to 60,000 participants annually. The college serves the 5th most rapidly growing county in Illinois

One of Crystal Lakes greatest attractions is its public park system.
Over 1600 acres of parks and open space including Veteran Acres Park and Lippold Park and the crown jewel, the 230 Acre Crystal Lake,
consisting of 2 beaches for year round fun.

When in the area, visit us at 451 Coventry Lane, Crystal Lake, IL. We'd love to meet you!

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