Wonder Lake

South of the Illinois State Border

Wonder Lake is inside of a village in McHenry County below the Illinois-Wisconsin state border. The Village of Wonder Lake was created in the 1970s after an older village was annexed and renamed. Now named after the lake it surrounds, The Village of Wonder Lake is an expanding community in the northern part of Illinois.

Nearby Recreation

On the northernmost tip of Wonder Lake is the Glacial Park-Conservation Area. Residents will find it hard to beat this view. With rolling prairies, blooming wildflowers, oak savanna, and the calm presence of the meandering Nippersink Creek.

Visitors can enjoy the exhibits at the Lost Valley Visitor Center, enjoy a picnic at the outdoor stone amphitheater, cross-country ski, snowmobiling, and the miles of trail. There is so much to enjoy here, and residents are always just a hop, skip, and a jump away.

Of course, residents have the option to visit the highly-trafficked Fox Lake Chain O’Lakes waterway system. With over 7,000 acres of the waterway, you can enjoy all forms of watersports and fishing here.

Village Shops and Restaurants

The Village of Wonder Lake provides parks, public works, police protection, and related services to its constituents. Shops, restaurants, and stores litter the lake’s shoreline.

Live the Wonderful Life

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a vacation rental, Wonder Lake is an excellent choice.