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Lake Carroll
A Members Only Community
Nestled in a picturesque setting, Lake Carroll is a 5,000+ acre, year-round, recreation-oriented community in Northwest Illinois featuring the state's largest private lake. Conveniently located just 2 hours outside of Chicago, Lake Carroll is situated away from the congestion of the city, yet still within reach for a quick weekend getaway.
Lake Carroll Amenities
Lake
Lake Carroll features Illinois’ largest private lake with nearly 640 acres open water for boating and water sports as well as many quiet bays and coves ideal for fishing, swimming, and relaxing. Currently, Lake Carroll’s waters are home to many trophy species, including largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, black and white crappie.
Golf Course
Lake Carroll's Championship level golf course set amongst the rolling hills of northwest Illinois. Each hole was designed with four sets of tees to accommodate all levels of play, with expertly manicured fairways and large undulating and smooth greens. Lake Carroll Golf Course is one of the best, most modern and up-to-date courses in northwest Illinois.
Aquatics
Lake Carroll Aquatic Complex offers both an indoor and outdoor pool. The 142,000 gallon outdoor pool overlooks the scenic backdrop of Carroll County’s rolling hills and features a 50 foot slide, a diving board, water features, and zero depth entry, perfect for the little ones. The indoor pool is climate controlled for year-round swimming and comes complete with three 60ft lap lanes. There are special programs available for younger children and designated adult swim hours for a more relaxed experience.
Trails
The Lake Carroll Trail System consists of various terrains ranging from, hills to climb, several creeks to cross, densely wooded areas, mud pits, and even straight-a-ways behind. The trail circuit is approximately 14.5 miles long and is designed for use by ATV/UTV, horseback, hiking, cross-country skiing, or snowmobile, so take advantage of this beautiful year-round amenity at Lake Carroll.
Camping
Lake Carroll campground features 135 sites situated on 113 acres in the beautiful backdrop of Carroll County. The campground comes complete with full service electrical and water hook-up options, a newly renovated playground, a spacious shower house, camper storage, a pavilion for group events, and waste station. Seasonal, daily/weekly, and overflow sites are available to members with an abundant area perfect for tent campers. Camper storage is also available for a fee.
Equestrian
For our members with horses, Lake Carroll offers two equestrian areas. Our main equine area is located behind the Leroy Hinkle Dam. It provides a hillside pasture for grazing with lean-tos for shelters and trees for shade for standard-sized horses. There’s a fence enclosure where owners can work with their horses for training purposes, as well as a separate area where miniature breeds are kept. An enclosed shelter is located by the pasture to keep the food and tack safe and secure. Lake Carroll Equestrian Center (behind the dam) - 28-970 Lake Carroll Blvd.
"Our family has been at Lake Carroll for 12 years. This is one of the best kept secrets around. We love the lake, the championship golf course, the fantastic pool facilities and of course, the friendships made. We couldn't be happier - it's a great value and our happy place."
- Matt R.
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Lake Carroll can be your quick weekend getaway or a full-time residence
"A Hidden Gem..."
