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Pinckneyville City Lake

Pinckneyville City Lake • Beaucoup Creek

Source: illinois_natural_history_survey Updated 1 year ago

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City: Pinckneyville, IL
County: Perry County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.10008400, -89.39656100
4380 N Lake Rd, Pinckneyville, IL 62274, USA
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Pinckneyville City Lake is located in Perry County approximately 3 miles northwest of Pinckneyville. From Route 127 North, turn west onto Lake Road to reach the facility. The 165-acre reservoir offers good accessibility via paved roads and parking.

**Facilities & Launch Details:** This site features a concrete boat launch ramp and floating dock, making it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. The paved parking lot provides convenient vehicle and trailer access. Additional amenities include bathrooms, a handicapped-accessible fishing pier, and reservable picnic pavilions. Note that a 10 horsepower motor limit applies on this lake.

**Important Regulations:** Anglers should be aware of specific harvest limits—largemouth bass have a 1-fish daily limit (over 18"), while saugeye follow the statewide limit of 6 fish over 14". Before launching, check current conditions and any seasonal restrictions that may apply.