Homer Lake

Homer Lake offers a concrete boat ramp in West Cook, Cook County, suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats up to 18 feet. This access point provides entry to a backcountry lake with one designated first-come, first-served campsite that includes a fire grate, latrine, and picnic table. Note that motors are not permitted on the far western side of the lake, making that area ideal for paddlers seeking a quieter experience.

The lake serves as a backcountry destination accessible only by foot or boat, so plan accordingly for a more remote paddling experience. If you plan to stay overnight at the backcountry campsite, remember to hang food packs, fully extinguish fires before leaving, treat or boil all drinking water, and wash dishes and yourself away from the water source. There are no launch fees at this site.

This is one of our Backcountry sites which is a near- wilderness single party site and is accessible only by foot or boat. These sites are first come, first served. There is one site on this lake, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. A few reminders: Hang food packs, put your fire out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash yourself and dishes...

This is one of our Backcountry sites which is a near- wilderness single party site and is accessible only by foot or boat. These sites are first come, first served. There is one site on this lake, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. A few reminders: Hang food packs, put your fire out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash yourself and dishes at least 150ft from any body of water, pack out all garbage and Leave No Trace. Use a Forest Map to locate campsites and accesses. (You can purchase a map on line at http://www.nationalforeststore.com/ or at any of the District offices or by mail.)

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