Johnson Sauk Lake

Henry County, Illinois

Johnson Sauk Trail Lake is a 58-acre lake in Johnson Sauk Trail State Recreation Area in Henry County, about 5 miles north of Kewanee. It is the centerpiece of the park and offers fishing and boating.

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Surface area58 acres

Max depth21 ft

Shoreline2.5 mi

Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Boat launches

2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

Johnson Sauk Trail State Recreation Area lakePublic
IDNR lists fishing and boating on the lake; boat rentals are available. Ramp location not confirmed.Directions ↗
More public accessPublic
See the IDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Johnson Sauk Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Illinois Department of Natural Resources ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.

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Local tips

A second small pond of about 3 acres near the round barn also offers fishing.
Call the park office at 309-853-2425 for current boat and fishing conditions.
Bring your own bait, since no nearby shop was confirmed.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.