Rend Lake

The Rend Lake boat ramp near Ina provides convenient access to this popular southern Illinois recreational lake. Located at the Rend Lake Visitor Center in Jefferson County, this non-reservable facility serves as a launching point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters exploring the 18,500-acre reservoir. The lake is known as a wildlife haven and offers excellent fishing and paddling opportunities throughout the year.

This access area is well-suited for flatwater paddling and recreational boating. Several other access points around Rend Lake feature accessible 20-foot fishing docks with textured aluminum surfaces that can accommodate boat launches, including facilities at Bonnie South, Waltonville Dam, Bluegill Hole, and Nason South. If you're planning an extended visit, three reservable campgrounds are located within 10 miles: South Marcum, South Sandusky, and North Sandusky Campgrounds.

For current conditions, specific ramp details, and to explore other launch sites around Rend Lake, check the interactive guide available online which provides live wind conditions and identifies access points near top fishing spots.

This recreation area is part of Rend Lake