Ice Fishing

Ice Fishing during the winter season is permitted on designated District lakes on a FISH AT YOUR OWN RISK basis. Ice conditions are not monitored by the District. Ice fishermen should check ice thickness before going out on any frozen body of water. A minimum of four inches of solid ice over the entire lake is recommended before individuals attempt ice fishing. Hours: 8am-sunset.

Ice fishing is permitted on the following listed lakes and sloughs only. Additional lakes may be available. For information, please call (708) 771-1330.

Arrowhead Lake
Axehead Lake
Beck Lake
Belleau Lake
Big Bend Lake
Bode Lake South
Busse Main and South Pool
Maple Lake
Powderhorn Lake
Saganashkee Slough
Sag Quarry East and West
Tampier Lake
Turtlehead Lake
Wampum Lake

Public safety requires the closing of many Forest Preserve parking lots and driveways during the winter season. However, parking facilities involved with winter sports will be open daily.