Illinois lakes are a major source of recreation in the Prairie State. From mighty Lake Michigan in northeastern Illinois to more modest (in size, but not in fun) bodies of water, like Rend Lake and Lake Shelbyville, there is certainly no shortage of fishing, swimming and boating opportunities in Illinois!

Kincaid Lake:
Kincaid Lake in southwestern Illinois is a perfect spot to fish for crappie, bluegill and largemouth bass.

Lake Shelbyville:
Lake Shelbyville boasts 250 miles of shoreline, 6 sandy beaches and 11,000 acres of recreational water surface.

Rend Lake:
Hunting, camping hiking and fishing are all available at Illinois’ Rend Lake.

Lake Michigan:
Lake Michigan in a great lake, both by name and by nature.