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Access Site IL

Bald Knob Point

Pistakee Lake

Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago

City: Johnsburg, IL
County: McHenry County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.38586700, -88.20941000
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Bald Knob Point is located at 605 West Bald Knob Point in Johnsburg, McHenry County, Illinois, providing convenient public access to Pistakee Lake. The site features well-maintained boat ramps and ample parking, making it a straightforward launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters.

**Facilities & Amenities:** This access point offers modern launch facilities designed for ease of use, with adequate parking and functional ramps that accommodate various water craft sizes. Whether you're launching a canoe, kayak, or larger boat, the well-maintained infrastructure here minimizes launch delays and makes equipment handling more manageable.

**Getting There:** The site is easily accessible via US Route 12 in the Fox Lake area of northern Illinois. If you're planning a visit, arrive early during peak season to secure convenient parking, and be prepared for typical conditions on this inland lake popular with both recreational paddlers and motor boaters.