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, bluegill, yellow perch, channel and flathead catfish, muskie and northern pike.

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. For more info and to book tee times, visit: www.golflakecarroll.com  

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 Aquatic Complex offers numerous recreational and instructional programs for people of all ages.  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.

The Lake Carroll Clubhouse is located at 29-11 Ironwood Drive.  The Clubhouse features a golf/pro shop and the Candlelight Bar & Restaurant. Open to the public, the Candlelight at Lake Carroll overlooks the beautiful Lake Carroll Golf Course. The Candlelight Restaurant Franchise has been operating since 1967 and is best known for their famous "Chicken George." Having earned a reputation for having the highest-quality food, top-notch staff and facilities, they offer both in-house dining and catering services. 

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 unimproved lots. 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. With the changing seasons, this trail has been described as ‘never the same ride twice’! Riders need to complete the Rules & Regulations Test to be compliant with Lake Carroll rules when using the Trail System. 

For our members with horses, Lake Carroll offers two equestrian areas. Our main equine provides a hillside pasture for grazing with lean-tos for shelters and trees for shade for standard-sized horses. 

A second pasture area is located on the south edge of the lake property near the campground and Plumtree Recreation Area. Both areas offer quick access to the 14.5-mile trail system that offers a pleasant ride that takes you in and out of the scenic wooded area that surrounds Lake Carroll.

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The Plumtree Lodge is known for its beautiful breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. It's the perfect place to warm up with a snack at the Plumtree Café, or enjoy a fireside cocktail from the Hideaway Bar overlooking the beautiful grounds. The Plumtree Lodge hosts kids camps and family events all year long including a 600-foot landscaped tubing hill. For fitness enthusiasts, a member fitness center is located inside the Lodge and outdoor tennis and pickleball courts are adjacent. 

Camping at Lake Carroll is for Members and their Guests.

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.