Elizabeth Lake
Elizabeth Lake
- Boat Ramps
- 3
- Access Points
- 3
- Species
- 17
Elizabeth Lake is a 638-acre glacial pothole lake located along the Illinois-Wisconsin border, primarily in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, with its southern portion extending into McHenry County, Illinois. It has a maximum depth of 32 feet and an average depth of 17 feet. The lake is connected to Lake Mary through a narrow channel, forming what locals call the Twin Lakes. With 6 miles of shoreline, Elizabeth Lake offers diverse fishing opportunities and habitats. The Wisconsin side is more developed with residential properties, while the Illinois portion includes the protected Elizabeth Lake Nature Preserve. The lake maintains a water level within an 11-inch range through a dam located in Richmond, Illinois, owned by the Village of Twin Lakes. It's considered a mesotrophic lake with good water quality and clarity, making it a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other water recreation.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Elizabeth Lake and what's needed to catch them.
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Elizabeth Lake. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Elizabeth Lake
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Illinois licenses and regulations
Illinois Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Illinois Fishing License
All individuals who are 16 and over are required to have a fishing license. All youth who are below 16 may fish without a license.
Illinois Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Illinois Steam Access Laws
If the waterway is navigable in fact and the streambed is publicly owned, it is most likely fully accessible. If the streambed is privately owned, it is only accessible for navigation, not for hunting, fishing or portage.
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- East Lakeshore Drive Boat Ramp
- Elizabeth Lake Boat Ramp
- Elizabeth Lake Public Boat Ramp
- N Br Nippersink Crk Bridge
- N Br Nippersink Crk Bridge
- N Br Nippersink Cr Bridge
- Nippersink Creek Bridge
- Nippersink Creek Bridge
- Fox River Bridge
- Nippersink Creek Bridge
- North Branch Conservation Area (cyclists Only) Campground
- Silver Maple Campground
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