Lake Chaminwood
Location 48 acres
Lake Chaminwood is located in Will County, 1 mile north of Channahon off Shepley Road and just minutes from Interstate 55.
| 2025 | Channel Catfish | Advanced Fingerling (4 - 7") | 960 |
| 2025 | Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) | Fingerling (1 - 3") | 6025 |
| 2025 | Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) | Not Specified | 530000 |
| 2024 | Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) | Fingerling (1 - 3") | 5487 |
Contact
General Inquiries
815-727-8700
Description
Located in northeastern Illinois, Lake Chaminwood is a gravel pit lake that was purchased in 2009 by the Forest Preserve District of Will County (FPDWC) and is cooperatively managed by the IDNR. Following the completion of the site development project, the lake was opened to the public in 2010. Lake Chaminwood has a maximum depth of 10.0 feet with an average depth of 5.0 feet. The watershed is somewhat limited, but the lake is fed by groundwater. During flood events, water has entered the lake from the adjacent DuPage River. Boat fishing is restricted to smaller watercraft that are easily carried (i.e., canoes and kayaks). Much of the east side of the lake lends itself to bank fishing, whereas the west side has reduced opportunity. A barrier-free fishing pier is available on the east side near the parking lot. See “Additional Lake Information” below for important site information.
Fishery History
Lake Chaminwood is routinely surveyed on a biennial basis, but other surveys may take place as circumstances dictate. Aquatic vegetation is managed by FPDWC, in cooperation with the IDNR. Channel Catfish and Saugeye (Walleye x Sauger Hybrid) are stocked on a regular basis (biennial and annual, respectively). The lake’s close proximity to the DuPage River can result in floodwater entering the lake during high-flow events. This leads to the introduction of undesirable species and can complicate management. However, recent surveys do not support the presence of large numbers of rough fish species.
Site Regulations
Fishing is open daily during open water. Ice fishing is prohibited. Swimming is prohibited. Cary-in boats and electric trolling motors only.
Site-Specific Fishing Regulations:
- All Fish: 2 pole and line fishing only and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing
- Bluegill and Redear Sunfish: 15 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
- Channel Catfish: 3 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
- Large or Smallmouth Bass: 18 inch Minimum Length Limit; 1 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
- White, Black, or Hybrid Crappie: 15 Fish Daily Harvest Limit