Access Site
IL
Fox Chain O'Lakes
City: Antioch, IL
County: Lake County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.47686300, -88.13539000
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Nippersink Creek near Spring Grove, IL
3.8 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
The Fox Chain O'Lakes boat ramp in Antioch provides convenient access to one of Illinois' premier multi-lake systems. This state-owned facility is part of Chain O'Lakes State Park and offers free launching for kayaks, canoes, and motorized vessels. The ramp provides easy water access to a chain of interconnected lakes totaling thousands of acres, with the largest being Fox/Nippersink Lake (2,376.8 acres) and Pistakee Lake (1,715.7 acres).
This access point features ample parking for vehicles with boat trailers, located just a short walk from the launch ramp, along with well-maintained restroom facilities. The interconnected lake system supports diverse paddling experiences and is home to excellent fishing opportunities including bass, northern pike, walleye, and muskie. A network of strategically placed ramps throughout the chain allows paddlers to explore multiple lakes and plan various routes based on their skill level and time available.
This access point features ample parking for vehicles with boat trailers, located just a short walk from the launch ramp, along with well-maintained restroom facilities. The interconnected lake system supports diverse paddling experiences and is home to excellent fishing opportunities including bass, northern pike, walleye, and muskie. A network of strategically placed ramps throughout the chain allows paddlers to explore multiple lakes and plan various routes based on their skill level and time available.