SPRING LAKE SOUTH

Site Information Water Name: Spring Lake South  Water Type: Inland Lake Water Size: 610 acres Location: 12 mi. SW of Pekin County: Tazewell 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

In 1978, Spring Lake ( Tazewell County) was divided into two distinct waters for the purpose of major rehabilitative management of fish and wildlife populations. North Spring Lake consists of 578 acres and South Spring Lake has an area of 610 acres. Both Lakes have an average depth of 2.9 feet.

Historically, they were part of the Illinois River and as such was a lateral, freshwater marsh with luxuriant aquatic vegetation growth. The management of these lakes was intended to result in a "recreation" of this marsh environment. North Lake was rehabilitated in 1981 and South Lake in 1986.

South Spring Lake has one boat ramp and is accessible by the Manito Blacktop, 12 miles South of Pekin. No fuel or services are available; however, camping and food service are both located on the facility. There is a 25 horsepower limit at Spring Lake. The lake is closed to fishing north of Pike Hole bridge during the waterfowl season each year.

 

Sportfishing Prospects

Sportfishing Status Report Summary