Canton Lake
Fulton County, Illinois
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Multiple Access Points (pullouts) along
Lakeshore Drive (also known as Sebree Rd or N Boat Dock Rd) Campground at 26205 N Boat Dock Rd (Sebree Rd) Canton, IL 61520 |
Official Website
https://www.cantonillinois.org/city-of-canton/canton-lake/
https://www.cantonillinois.org/city-of-canton/canton-lake/
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Activities:
Trails (hiking on adjacent Canton Lake Scenic Nature Trails) Camping (seasonal, April 15 – October 15, tent, RV) Water (paddle, fish) Other (view wildlife, picnic) Season/Hours: 6 AM - 10 PM, seasonal; Lakeshore Drive (also known as Sebree Rd or N Boat Dock Rd) is closed at gates December - March Dog Friendly: yes, leashed Map(s) On Site and/or Online: Online: https://www.cantonillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/Lake-Canton-Campground-Map-scaled.jpg On Site: unknown Parking: dedicated pullouts along Lakeshore Drive; parking lots at Boat Launch (Lakeshore Dr) and trailhead for Canton Lake Nature Trails (E Sebree Dr) Amenities: picnic tables, grills, shelter Restrooms: seasonal porta-potties at campground; restrooms at boat dock Trail Info Websites/Apps: no Cost: free admission; fee for other activities (watercraft must have city sticker) Historical and/or Scientific Significance: Canton Lake was created in 1939 as part of a WPA project and was the main source of drinking water for Canton. Terrain/Views/Access: forest, hills, open grass space & trees, lake view & access General Description: multi-use city-owned 250-acre lake OPAL’s Observations & Opinions: This beautiful and quiet lake has a little something for everyone. There are multiple places for relaxing and a picnic along the shore as well as easy access to the water for paddling and wide, well-marked trails for hiking at the adjacent Canton Lake Scenic Nature Trails. |
Boat Dock:
Campground:
More Information:
https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/canton/nature-outdoor-recreation/canton-lake/ https://www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/lake-canton?gclid=CjwKCAjw6vvoBRBtEiwAZq-T1XfRvBykE1ICcCYV1qSVCEocRmag3E5skHWHQikaNLkfgIp-gFaPERoC9m0QAvD_BwE https://www.ifishillinois.org/profiles/waterbody.php?waternum=00027 https://premierangler.com/canton-lake-illinois-fishing/ http://fultoncountyoutdoor.org/canton-lake/ Managed by:
City of Canton 2 N Main St Canton, IL 61520 309-647-0065 |
Photo courtesy City of Canton
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Photo courtesy City of Canton
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Photo courtesy City of Canton
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