McHenry Travel Guide

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Where to stay in McHenry

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Pistakee Highlands

Pistakee Highlands might not have many top sights, but Jet Funn and Chain 'O Lakes State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pistakee Highlands
Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

3.5 out of 5
300 Wrigley Dr Lake Geneva WI
The price is NZ$230 per night from 18 May to 19 May
NZ$230
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,340 reviews)
Clean and near all that downtown Lake Geneva has to offer.

Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

3.5 out of 5
269 Fontana Boulevard Fontana WI
The price is NZ$327 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$327
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fontana. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,878 reviews)
I enjoyed my stay. I came early in the season so some immenties were not available. But overall, it was nice and relaxing!

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3 out of 5
1700 Nations Dr Gurnee IL
The price is NZ$320 per night from 18 May to 19 May
NZ$320
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Gurnee. Enjoy 6 indoor pools, 5 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
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HUGE Crystal Lake 7 Acre Ranch w/Pool & Hot Tub

HUGE Crystal Lake 7 Acre Ranch w/Pool & Hot Tub

McHenry IL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in McHenry. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Moraine Hills State Park and McHenry ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (43 reviews)
The house was beautifully clean and spacious. It was the perfect size for our family group and pets. Great location as well.Our host was very accommodating, highly recommended!

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

HUGE Crystal Lake 7 Acre Ranch w/Pool & Hot Tub
Spacious A-Frame sleeps 25 on 5 wooded acres with a private fishing pond

Spacious A-Frame sleeps 25 on 5 wooded acres with a private fishing pond

McHenry IL
Stay at this holiday home in McHenry. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions McCullom Lake and Petersen Park Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Beautiful property. Loved the wild Turkeys!

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Spacious A-Frame sleeps 25 on 5 wooded acres with a private fishing pond
Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier

Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier

Johnsburg IL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in McHenry. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Volo Bog State Natural Area and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Very clean and well-kept house. You won’t believe how quiet and peaceful the place is until you experience it in person. The full-size basketball and volleyball courts were a great bonus, and we really enjoyed them. The firepit by the lake made the evenings even better. I never thought much about ...

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier
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Popular places to visit

Panorama of a field of Gayfeathers or Blazing Star wildflowers at Moraine Hills State Park in Illinois

Moraine Hills State Park

You can take time to visit Moraine Hills State Park during your travels to McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Moraine Hills State Park

Volo Auto Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Volo Auto Museum during your travels in Lakemoor. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Volo Auto Museum

Petersen Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Petersen Park Beach during your trip to McHenry? Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Petersen Park Beach

McHenry Shores Beach Park

Explore the great outdoors at McHenry Shores Beach Park, a lovely green space in McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

McHenry Shores Beach Park

McCullom Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McCullom Lake during your travels in McHenry. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

McCullom Lake

Stades Farm & Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Stades Farm & Market during your visit to McHenry. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Stades Farm & Market

Cities near McHenry

Scenic view of Crystal Lake in Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area

Crystal Lake

Fox Lake Illinois

Fox Lake