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Lake Carroll


Take a tour of Lake Carroll

Just 2 hours west of the Chicagoland area,
Lake Carroll Illinois' best kept secret and largest private recreational lake is waiting
for you!  Be it waterfront homes, a weekend getaway, the Lake Carroll Golf Course or fishing, come out and see what Lake Carroll has to offer you and your family!
Live the Dream!  Lake Carroll, Illinois is a unique 4-season community.  Come find out
if Lake Carroll Real Estate is for YOU!

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Lake Carroll Illinois Facts

  • 2 Hours West of Chicago and the Suburbs
  • LARGEST privately own, manmade lake in Illinois
  • 4-season Recreational Community
  • Total number of homes: 935+ beautiful homes
  • Total acres: Approximately 5,500
  • Total acres of water: 636 acres with 22 miles of shoreline. Depth - 55' deep
    w/average of 20' deep
  • Amenities: 18-hole golf course w/Pro Shop and Golf Pro, the Lake, sand
    beach area, 2 marinas, Clubhouse and restaurant, Ski Hill and lodge, tennis
    court, indoor/outdoor aquatic center,15 mile trail system, equestrian area, campground and acres of relaxation
  • Number of parks: 1,000 acres of common area
  • Number of marinas: 2 (East & West) 
  • Miles of trail system: 15 mi. used by ATV's, snowmobiles, horseback riding,
    hiking and cross country skiing
  • Security: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Number of watercraft & length limit: 2/lot (Choice of: 1 pontoon-24';
    1 runabout, deck, ski, or bass boat-21'; 1 fishing boat-21'; 1 sailboat-24')
    paddle boats, rowboats, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, and sailboards do not
    count in the 2 category limitation
  • School: Eastland School District
  • Churches: All denominations local
  • Numerous Clubs: Yacht, Fishing, Quilting, Travel, Carving, Women's Pinochle, Equestrian, Snowmobile, and Snow & Water Skiing, and Archery
  • Fish: We have a hatchery where the Lake Manager and Fishing Club work
    together to stock our lake
  • Nature Center: Working pond/waterfall with fish & turtles; stuffed (local) animals;
    stuffed full-size bear in a cave; learning / activity center.
  • Equestrian Area: Facilities for horse owners include corral and trails.
  • Lodging: Local lodging available within half mile of community.
  • Campground facilities within the community open to property owners.

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