Bangs Lake is a natural glacial lake that is located in Wauconda, Illinois. It is named after Justus Bangs, the first permanent settler in Wauconda, who arrived in the summer of 1836. Justus Bangs reportedly named Wauconda as well, supposedly after a Native American Indian character in a story Bangs had read.
Learn more insights from Wanderboat AI.
Wauconda Park District
4.6
(117)
Cook Memorial Park
4.6
(190)
Docks Bar & Grill
4.2
(824)
Lindy's Landing
4.3
(931)
Raul's Burrito Express
4.7
(161)
Bangs Lake has always been a favorite, from swimming at my grandparents’ neighborhood beach to enjoying the view while eaten my at Lindy’s to enjoying the sunsets on the east side of the lake. A relaxing getaway from the means streets of...
Read more
Bangs Lake is a part of my wonderful memories growing up. We spent numerous summer days in the 60s, 70's with family and then on dates as we grew older. It reminds me of a time of innocence, adventure and family . Always a safe, clean...
Read more
Nice little lake that is family friendly. Great restaurants to try: Lindy's, Dock's, etc. I like to sail and this lake is so so for sailing due to the ski traffic. Otherwise, I definitely...
Read more
