Rend Lake, IL

AKA: Lake Rend

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Rend Lake, IL

About Rend Lake

The serene setting of Lake Rend awaits your visit for a day on the water. Rend Lake is 13 miles long with over 160 miles of shoreline and about 19,000 surface acres. The lake is scattered with islands and plenty of scenic views. There are multiple Public Use Areas and other access points for shoreline activities. This multi-recreation use lake includes campgrounds, RV hookups, boat launch ramps, boat rentals, lodging, restaurants and marina services to enhance your visit.

Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Dam West Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off S Rend City Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and plenty of paved parking.

Gun Creek Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Golf Course Drive, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and lots of paved parking.

Ina Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, east side, off North Avenue, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Nelson Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off N Spring Lane, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

North Marcum Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off County Road 19, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Sandusky Creek North Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off Loon Lane, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and nice paved parking.

Sandusky Creek South Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off S Rend City Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and nice paved parking.

Sesser Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off County Road 850 E, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

South Marcum Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, off Trailhead Lane, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Turnip Patch Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off E Emerson City Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a gravel parking.

Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park North Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Franklin Road, this is two, two-lane, concrete ramps with docks and tons of paved parking.

Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park South Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, at the east end of the State Highway 154 Bridge, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.