Crystal Lake Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 40.4 thous.Area: 20.02 mi²Elevation: 906 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°13'57"N, 88°18'60"W
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IllinoisUnited States

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Crystal Lake Top Attractions

Crystal Lake Attractions - What to See and Explore

Crystal Lake offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Col. Gustavus A. Palmer House, Three Oaks Recreation Area, Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, McHenry County College. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Day trips

Crystal Lake – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Crystal Lake, it's worth seeing attractions such as: BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Chicago (Bartlett), Bess Bower Dunn Museum (Wauconda), Cosley Zoo (Wheaton).

  • baps shri swaminarayan mandir chicago bartlett21 milesS
  • lake county discovery museum wauconda11 milesE
  • cosley zoo wheaton26 milesSE
  • dupage county historical museum wheaton28 milesSE
  • fabyan windmill geneva25 milesS

Best Time To Visit Crystal Lake

Learn when is the best time to travel to Crystal Lake weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in June and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February. Most of it rains in June, July, August and September.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Crystal Lake?

What is the best time to visit Crystal Lake?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in June and August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

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