Hawthorn Woods, Illinois
Hawthorn Woods is a village of 9,143 people in Lake County, Illinois, founded in 1958.
Why visit Hawthorn Woods
Townapedia lists 1 museum or landmark, 23 parks and trails, 9 places to eat and 1 attraction in and around town.
Highlights include Lake County Discovery Museum, Kemper Lakes Golf Club and Hawthorn Woods Country Club.
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 82°F; January lows average 14°F, and about 43 inches of snow fall in a normal year.
Weather in Hawthorn Woods
Forecast from the National Weather Service. Full forecast
About Hawthorn Woods
Hawthorn Woods is a village in Fremont and Ela townships in Lake County, Illinois, United States. Per the 2020 census, the population was 9,062. The village is located approximately 40 miles (60 km) northwest of downtown Chicago. Hawthorn Woods was officially incorporated in 1958.
From the Wikipedia article Hawthorn Woods, Illinois (this version), under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Things to do1
Museums and landmarks1
Lake County Discovery Museum
Museum · 2.7 mi
History Museum in Libertyville, IL
Parks, trails and playgrounds23
Meadowlark Park and Arboretum
Park · 0.8 mi
188 Meadowlark Drive, Hawthorn Woods
sunrise-sunset
Heritage Oaks Park
Park
Playground;benches;tennis;grass;soccer;basketball;baseball
310 N Fairfield Road, Hawthorn Woods
11 more on the map.
Restaurants and cafes9
North Point Kitchen + Bar
Diner · American · 1.7 mi
24238 North Lakeside Drive, Hawthorn Woods
Tu-Th 12:00-15:00,17:00-21:00, Fr-Sa 12:00-15:00,17:00-22:00, Su...
Gilmer Road House
Diner · American · 0.9 mi
25792 North Midlothian Road, Mundelein
Phase 3 Brewing Company
Brewery and winery · 2.3 mi
9 Donata Court, Lake Zurich
Sergios Fresh Mexican Grill
Restaurant · Mexican · 2.6 mi
66 East Route 22, Lake Zurich
History
Hawthorn Woods was previously inhabited by the Potawatomi tribe. The 1833 Treaty of Chicago brought thousands of Native Americans in the Midwest to cede their lands, which Yankee farmers would lay claim to. The area became a popular destination for both German and Dutch immigrants.
From the History section of Hawthorn Woods, Illinois on Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Churches and places of worship3
Shopping2
Gas and EV charging2
Schools, colleges and libraries45
Lake Zurich High School
School · 2.3 mi
300 Church Street, Lake Zurich
Fremont Jr High/Middle School
School · 3.3 mi
28871 N Fremont Center Rd, Mundelein
Healthcare2
Map of Hawthorn Woods
88 places. The map loads OpenStreetMap tiles when you open it.
Climate by month
Monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29°F | 14°F | 1.8 in | 11.0 in |
| Feb | 33°F | 16°F | 1.9 in | 12.8 in |
| Mar | 44°F | 26°F | 2.5 in | 5.3 in |
| Apr | 56°F | 36°F | 4.0 in | 1.8 in |
| May | 68°F | 47°F | 4.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Jun | 78°F | 58°F | 4.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Jul | 82°F | 62°F | 4.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Aug | 81°F | 61°F | 4.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Sep | 74°F | 53°F | 3.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Oct | 61°F | 42°F | 3.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Nov | 47°F | 30°F | 2.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Dec | 34°F | 20°F | 2.1 in | 9.7 in |
U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 for Mundelein 4 Wsw (1 mi away), NOAA NCEI.
People and cost of living
American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024, U.S. Census Bureau. Estimates have margins of error, larger for small towns.
Disaster history
Lake County has had 9 federal disaster declarations since 2000, most often for snowstorms.
- 2020-03-26: Covid-19 Pandemic (Biological)
- 2020-03-13: Covid-19 (Biological)
- 2013-05-10: Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, And Flooding (Flood)
- 2011-03-17: Severe Winter Storm And Snowstorm (Snowstorm)
- 2008-06-24: Severe Storms And Flooding (Severe Storm)
- 2008-03-13: Record Snow And Near Record Snow (Snowstorm)
OpenFEMA disaster declarations summaries.
Getting there and nearby towns
Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) is the nearest airport with scheduled flights listed in OpenStreetMap, 12 miles away.
- Forest Lake 2 mi southeast, about 3 min by car
- Lake Zurich 3 mi south, about 5 min by car
- Mundelein 4 mi northeast, about 6 min by car
- North Barrington 4 mi southwest, about 6 min by car
- Long Grove 4 mi southeast, about 7 min by car
- Kildeer 4 mi south, about 6 min by car
- Wauconda 4 mi northwest, about 7 min by car
- Vernon Hills 5 mi east, about 9 min by car
- Deer Park 5 mi south, about 8 min by car
- Lake Barrington 5 mi west, about 9 min by car
Drive times are estimates from straight-line distance, not routes.
Local news
Headlines from INDB, the NEMICO news database.
Reviews, tips and questions
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Sources and licences
- NCES EDGE (Public domain): public schools
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (Public domain): climate by month
- OpenFEMA (Public domain): disaster declarations
- OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0): places, airports, map data
- U.S. Census Bureau (Public domain): population, income, housing, education, commute
- Wikidata (CC0 1.0): landmarks and historic places
- Wikimedia Commons (see each image): photos
- Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0): overview and history text
Photo credits
- Lzhs-pac, User:Mathwizxp, Public domain
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