Round Lake Park Illinois Map

About Round Lake Park, Illinois

Round Lake Park is a locality in Lake County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,919. The population density is 1462.9 people per km². Round Lake Park is located at 42.3570°N, 88.0767°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 60073.

Round Lake Park unfolds across a landscape sculpted by glacial retreat, where the land breathes with a gentle, rolling character. It lies 1.2 miles south-east of Round Lake Beach, IL (from Round Lake Beach, IL: bearing 146°T), and is situated 7.5 miles north-north-west of Mundelein. The namesake lake, a placid expanse of water, reflects the ever-shifting Illinois sky, its surface often rippled by the wind that sweeps across the open fields. Dense stands of oak and maple trees fringe its shores, their leaves a vibrant tapestry of green in summer and a fiery display in autumn, offering cool respite and dappled shade. Winding pathways invite exploration, leading past grassy meadows and through wooded areas where the scent of damp earth and pine needles hangs heavy in the air. The air itself often carries a subtle coolness, a reminder of the northern latitude, and at dusk, a particular golden light saturates the western horizon, casting long shadows that lend a quiet grandeur to the scene. The history of Round Lake Park is interwoven with the agricultural legacy of Lake County, a place where farming once defined the economic pulse. While the land retains its agrarian echoes, the community has evolved, embracing a more diversified economy that supports a growing population. The presence of the lake has always been a central feature, drawing residents and visitors alike for recreation and a connection to nature. Though not a hub of grand historical monuments, Round Lake Park possesses a distinct character, a blend of quiet residential neighborhoods and accessible natural spaces that foster a sense of peaceful coexistence. The rhythm of daily life here is one of steady progression, punctuated by the changing seasons and the enduring appeal of its watery heart.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Round Lake Park, Illinois with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Round Lake Park and Lake County.

Detailed location data for Round Lake Park includes the ZIP code (60073), telephone area code (312, 773), county seat of Lake County (Waukegan), and school district assignment (Round Lake Community Unit School District 116). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Round Lake Park is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.