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Big Bend Lake Boat Ramp

Big Bend Lake Boat Ramp offers a trailered boat launch providing access for canoes, kayaks, rowboats, sailboats, and boats with electric trolling motors on this 27-acre lake connected to the Des Plaines River.

The preserve features parking, an accessible portable bathroom, and a picnic grove with shelter, making it a convenient access point for paddlers and anglers year-round from sunrise to sunset.


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Find excellent fishing spots, easy access to boat ramps, and all the amenities you need for a memorable day. Your adventure starts here.

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