Wauconda, Illinois ain't your average suburban destination. This village on the rise blends small-town charm with a chill vibe that's anything but square. Picture this: days spent kayaking on Bangs Lake, catching live music at a local brewery, eating world-class eats complemented by delectable craft suds at Lindy's Landing, SLYCE Coal-fired Pizza, The Side Lot or JJ Twigs or wanderlusting in the scenic and National Natural Landmark Lakewood Forest Preserve.