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Channel Lake
Size: 352 Acres, Depth: 42 Feet

  • Type:
    Drainage Lake
  • Water:
    Moderately Clear - decreases in summer due to algae blooms
  • Base:
    60% muck, 30% sand & 10% gravel
  • Inlets:
    Lake Catherine enters on the east side, along with a small creek inlet on the north shore, near the marsh located on the northwest shore
  • Outlets:
    Lake Marie on the far southern end and another channel outlet on the east side

Access Points

Parrot's Cove Resort & Bar
located on the south side of the Lake
26083 Spring Grove Rd.
Antioch, IL 60002
Phone: 847-838-9886

McDermitt's
located on the northwest corner of the Lake
42276 Woodbine
Antioch, IL 60002
Phone: 847-395-4704

A fee for launching may be assessed.


Species of Fish

There is a variety of species in Channel Lake. Consistent numbers of spawning Yellow Bass, Pumpkinseed and Bluegill can be found on the far southern end of the bay around the channel mouth as it warms quicker than the remainder of the Lake. There is also an improving population of Muskie and Northern Pike. The following lists the types of fish that can be found in Channel Lake, in the order of their abundance:

Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Bass, Muskie, Walleye, Channel Catfish, Perch, Crappie, White Bass, Northern Pike, Bullhead, Smallmouth Bass, Carp

Fishin' Holes

Look for the dark green shaded areas, like that shown on the right, on the Channel Lake Map which can be accessed by clicking here.These areas exhibit conditions that are conducive to good fishing. However, the real key to successful fishing is knowledge. Take the time to learn the traits of the water, along with the habits of the species of fish you choose to sport. Visit Lake Online's! Fishin' Hole where you will find over 100 Fishing Links to help you on your way to catching "The Big One"!

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