Lake Shelbyville

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Lake Shelbyville in Illinois is an outdoor adventure recreational area that truly has something to offer every visitor. This jewel of Illinois lakes covers some 11,000 acres and can boasts 6 sandy beaches on its impressive 250 miles of shoreline. Anglers will be sure to bag their limit of bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie, walleye and muskie (many of which measure 3 feet or more) at Lake Shelbyville, as well as within the 16 ponds that border the lake.

There are plenty of other activities to enjoy at Lake Shelbyville as well, like boating, swimming, water-skiing, canoeing and other popular water sports. There are over 20,000 acres of attractive public lands around the lake, such as wildlife management areas, state parks, and recreation areas. These spaces provide ample opportunity for wildlife observation and outdoor adventure, including camping, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and picnicking. There are no limits to the outdoor fun to be had at Lake Shelbyville.