Crystal Lake, IL

 

Crystal Lake, IL

Paul Wolff Campground
7/11 - 7/13/2025
We did some bike riding and an 8 mile run here.  Really pretty nature preserve area right by a neighbohood with bike paths all around.  Tommy came by to see us for the day.

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