HORSESHOE LAKE

Site Information Water Name: Horseshoe Lake Water Type: Inland Lake Water Size: 1890 acres Location: at Olive Branch, 7 miles north of Cairo County: Alexander Fishing Regulations: refer to regs booklet
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Public Recreational Facilities

Boat Fishing	yes
Boat Rental	yes
Ramps	yes
Water Skiing	no
Motors	restricted
Swimming	no
Camp/Picnic	yes

Horseshoe Lake was impounded in 1930 and the main purpose of the Lake is to provide refuge for waterfowl. The Lake is noted for the number of cypress and tupelo trees present. Horseshoe Lake is a bottom land lake located in Alexander County just east of Illinois Route 3, seven miles north of Cairo near Olive Branch. Numerous public boat launching facilities are located around the Lake. Only trolling motors are allowed in the refuge from October 15 through March 1.

The Lake is 1890 acres in size with an average depth of about 2.5 feet. Maximum depth is about 6 feet. Water clarity ranges from 6 inches to 2 feet. Fishing maps of Horseshoe Lake are available from Horseshoe Lake Conservation Area (618-776-5689).

Sportfishing Prospects