Appease all members of your traveling troupe based out of Galena, a small-town destination with a quaint historic downtown that also just happens to be close to great golf greens, two big rivers, a myriad of trails and a selection of winter snow-sport possibilities.
A gravel road leading to the lake provides good all weather access.
An unimproved boat landing provides access to the lake. Fishing from small carry in boats fitted with electric motors is the preferred way to fish this lake.
Electric motors only.
Visualize an ancient Indian tribe passing through "One Horse Gap" a nearby narrow rock crevice that extends downward from the top of a sheer bluff near this 26-acre lake.
Fishing
Fish:
Largemouth Bass Channel Catfish Bluegill
Details
Size:
26 acres
Season:
Year round
Camping Info
A primitive camping site with an outdoor restroom is located near the lakeshore.
Amenities
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Travel south from Harrisburg on Illinois Route 34/145 to Mitchellsville and continue on Illinois Route 34 toward Eichorn. Just before Eichorn turn west, traveling approximately 6 miles, on Forest Service Route 126, a gravel road leading to Leisure City and across the Grand Pierre Creek to One Horse Gap.
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