Ken Russell T Lake
(satellite of Snakeden Hollow State Fish & Wildlife Area)
Knox County, Illinois
Illinois Route 167 (near Illinois Route 180)
Victoria, IL 61485 |
Activities:
Water (fish, paddle) Other (hunt*, view wildlife) *Be aware, be safe. ALL visitors should see below. Season/Hours: sunrise to sunset Dog Friendly: yes (leashed) Map(s) On Site and/or Online: Online: no On Site: no Parking: small primitive parking area Amenities: no Restrooms: no Trail Info Websites/Apps: no Cost: free admission Historical and/or Scientific Significance: unknown Terrain/Views/Access: prairie, open grass space, lake view & access General Description: 190-acre state wildlife area with 22-acre lake; satellite of Snakeden Hollow State Fish & Wildlife Area OPAL’s Observations & Opinions: |
Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
More Information:
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2016/7/13/18325403/ken-russell-more-than-half-a-century-fisheries-biologist https://illinoisweeklies.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/PN-4-9-21-WEB.pdf https://qctimes.com/sports/ken-russell-t-lake-now-open-at-snakeden-hollow-state-fish-and-wildlife-area/article_25ee1669-71e0-580b-9750-49021549b2f8.html https://www.reviewatlas.com/story/news/local/2016/09/24/community-honors-ken-russell-for/25386444007/ Owned/Managed by:
Illinois Department of Natural Resources Snakeden Hollow State Fish & Wildlife Area 1936 IL Route 167 Victoria, IL 61485 309-879-2607 |
*Prior to visiting, ALL prospective visitors should check hunting information on the IL DNR website
https://huntillinois.org/ .
Some sites may have signs indicating “Hunting in Progress” in place at the parking lots.
Some will have NO indication of hunting.
Be AWARE ~ Be SAFE.
https://huntillinois.org/ .
Some sites may have signs indicating “Hunting in Progress” in place at the parking lots.
Some will have NO indication of hunting.
Be AWARE ~ Be SAFE.