Lake Jacksonville
2197 New Lake Road, Jacksonville, IL 62650
Fishing
Located three miles south of Jacksonville off Route 267, all the beauty and excitement of the great outdoors awaits you at Lake Jacksonville.
Located three miles south of Jacksonville off Route 267, all the beauty and excitement of the great outdoors awaits you at Lake Jacksonville. This 500-acre man-made lake is filled with bass, bluegill, red-ear sunfish and channel catfish. Lake Jacksonville is the perfect location for boating (boat dock on site), water skiing, fishing, other water activities, and mainly swimming. Camping and trails for walking and biking available.
What's happening nearby...
Summerdaze Showcase
Pizza Records • Jul 18 @ 6:30PM
Check out these local bands in the Summerdaze Showcase!
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“Moments that made America: Turning Points in 250 Years” Lecture
Jacksonville Public Library • Jul 18 @ 3PM
Learn more about the pivotal events that shaped America in the last 250 years.
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Robbie McEvers Golf Tournament
The Links Golf Course • Jul 23 – Jul 24 @ 7AM
Kids 5-18 are invited to golf on the house at this Kiwanis sponsored tournament.
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