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Lakemoor, Illinois
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Location of Lakemoor in Lake County, Illinois.
Location of Lakemoor in Lake County, Illinois.
Location of Illinois in the United States
Location of Illinois in the United States
Country United States
State Illinois
County Lake, McHenry
Area
 • Total 5.54 sq mi (14.36 km2)
 • Land 5.30 sq mi (13.73 km2)
 • Water 0.24 sq mi (0.64 km2)
Elevation
748 ft (228 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 6,182
 • Density 1,166.42/sq mi (450.32/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP Code(s)
60051
Area code(s) 815
FIPS code 17-41326

Lakemoor is a village located in the state of Illinois, USA. It is found in both Lake and McHenry counties. In 2020, about 6,182 people lived here.

Exploring Lakemoor's Location

Lakemoor is located at 42.3401437 degrees north and 88.2031240 degrees west. This helps us pinpoint its exact spot on a map.

Land and Water Areas

According to the 2010 census, Lakemoor covers a total area of about 5.25 square miles (13.6 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 5.01 square miles (12.98 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.24 square miles (0.62 square kilometers), is water.

Main Roads in Lakemoor

Several important roads pass through Lakemoor. These roads help people travel in and out of the village.

  • US 12.svg
  • Illinois 59.svg
  • Illinois 120.svg Rand Road/Belvidere Road
  • Bay Road
  • Chapel Hill Road
  • Lincoln Road
  • Cuhlman Road
  • Lily Lake Road
  • Darrell Road
  • Sullivan Lake Road
  • Fox Lake Road
  • Volo Village Road
  • Gilmer Road

Lakemoor's Population Changes

The population of Lakemoor has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:

Historical population
Census Pop.
1960 736
1970 797 8.3%
1980 723 −9.3%
1990 1,322 82.8%
2000 2,788 110.9%
2010 6,017 115.8%
2020 6,182 2.7%
U.S. Decennial Census
2010 2020

Fun Things to Do in Lakemoor

Lakemoor offers many opportunities for outdoor fun and relaxation.

Lily Lake Activities

Lakemoor is right next to Lily Lake, a beautiful lake that covers about 89 acres (360,000 square meters).

  • A village park is located on the eastern side of the lake. It has a playground, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and a beach.
  • You can launch a boat from IL-Rte 120.
  • Boats on Lily Lake are limited to motors under 10 horsepower. Small electric motors are also powerful enough to explore the entire lake.
  • The lake is home to different types of fish, including largemouth bass (which must be released after catching), bluegill, crappie, carp, and perch.

River and Park Adventures

The Fox River flows through the area. This river is great for water sports all year round, whether it's summer or winter.

There are also many state parks and county conservation areas nearby. These include Moraine Hills State Park and the Volo Bog State Natural Area. They are perfect for exploring nature.

Schools Serving Lakemoor Students

Students in Lakemoor attend schools in several different school districts. This means that depending on where they live in the village, they might go to a different school.

  • McHenry Elementary School District #15
  • Big Hollow Elementary School District #38
  • Wauconda Unit School District #118
  • Grant High School District #124
  • McHenry Community High School District #156

There are also private religious schools in nearby Wauconda and Grant Township.

Getting Around Lakemoor

Two main routes, U.S. Route 12 and Illinois Route 120, go through Lakemoor. These roads connect the village to other towns and cities.

Distances to Major Cities and Airports

Here are some distances from Lakemoor to important places:

  • To the Chicago Loop: about 48 miles (77 km)
  • To O'Hare Airport: about 38 miles (61 km)
  • To Mitchell Field: about 53 miles (85 km)
  • To Downtown Milwaukee: about 60 miles (97 km)

See also

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