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Wooster Lake

Illinois

5Listings$225K-$450K$1.4MTotal Value
Wooster Lake, Illinois

Wooster Lake real estate is a limited supply market for lake homes and land in Illinois.

There are typically very few lake homes for sale on Wooster Lake, and very few lots and land listings available.

This lake is a mid-sized Illinois lake and has 2 miles of shoreline. The closest major airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

About Wooster Lake

To the East of Pistakee Lake

Wooster Lake is a lake in Lake County, Illinois. It is located near Illinois Route 134 and Wilson Road, predominantly in unincorporated Ingleside. It is a glacially-formed, private lake that is 99 acres in size.

This lake's unique feature is that it is the fourth deepest lake (on average) in Lake County, which has over 90 lakes on its borders.

Wooster Lake is also conveniently close to Pistakee Lake, one of fifteen lakes that make up the popular Chain O'Lakes system.

Lake Recreation

Like the Chain O' Lakes waterway system, anglers are sure to have a great time fishing this lake. With largemouth bass, northern pike, and green sunfish being some of the more popular catches. Of course, if you aren't lucky on Wooster Lake, you can always try fishing on any of the Chain O' Lakes.

Just north is the Grant Woods Forest Preserve, which totals 1,226 acres in size. It is the perfect place to spend the day biking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, picnicking, skiing, and more. Nature lovers with all levels of experience can enjoy the scenic walking trails with bridges across the marsh.

A Popular Region

Just around Wooster Lake are several local pubs, restaurants, grills, and bars to spice up a relaxing day.

Due to the large size of the 7,000-acre Chain O'Lakes region nearby, there is a plethora of shops, restaurants, vacation rentals, and attractions for the family to enjoy.

Live Your Best Life on Valley Lake

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a vacation rental, Wooster Lake is an excellent choice.

Lake Overview

  • 2mi. of Shoreline
  • 16ft. Avg. Depth
  • 28ft. Deepest Depth
  • Ownership
    Private
  • Acreage
    99

Information

  • Counties: Lake County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass

Restrictions

  • Jet skis are not allowed.
  • Motorized boats are allowed.
  • Boating restrictions (Yes). -- No jet skis. No activities in which a skier or device is pulled by a boat (See http://tanneronbay.com/WLCCAcov.pdf)

Amenities

Marinas
Swanys on Long Lake Marina
(847) 406-0942
35424-35450 N Wilson Rd,
Ingleside, IL 60041
Golf Courses
(847) 356-8640
24745 W Monaville Rd,
Lake Villa, IL 60046
Pistakee Country Club
(815) 385-9854
815 Bay Rd,
McHenry, IL 60051
Campgrounds
Fox Den Campground
8068 State Park Rd
Spring Grove, IL 60081

Nearby

Hospitals
(847) 356-4700
1050 Red Oak Ln,
Lindenhurst, IL 60046
Airports
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
10000 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60666