Pistakee Highlands
McHenry
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Popular places to visit

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.
Volo Auto Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Volo Auto Museum during your trip to Lakemoor. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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.
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.
Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital
Though Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of McHenry while you are here.
McHenry City Hall
After visiting McHenry City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Pistakee Highlands

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark
Staff is great, had some dirty dishes in the kitchen but everything else was clean
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee
Everything was just excellent
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee
Service
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Libertyville - Mundelein
Great
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
Nice place on the lake. Less than 25% full and still gave us a parking lot view. Older building, but updated piece by piece. Compared to options in the area, this was a nice stay.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Love staying at this hotel for my birthday!! This was our 3rd time staying here!! We also did ski that day at the Mountain top and it was nearby 5mins drive to our room!! The only concern is Room 6307 the shower drainage doesn’t drain well !!
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
