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Sangchris Lake

Sangchris Lake is a 1,750-acre lake located in Rochester, Illinois. It is a popular destination for fishing, boating, camping, and other outdoor activities. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, and other species of fish. There are several boat ramps and marinas located around the lake, as well as several campgrounds and picnic areas. The lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and waterfowl. The lake is surrounded by a variety of natural habitats, including woodlands, wetlands, and prairies.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Lake
• Fishing
• Ramp
• Body Of Water (Sangchris Lake)
• Playground
• Archery Range

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Day Max Stay (14)
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restroom and Showers

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Hiking

- Facility

• Type (State Park)
• Partial Handicap Access

- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)

• Season: Winter,Fall

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (180)
• Max Length (60)
• Gravel Sites (180)
• 30 Amp
• 50 Amp
• Electric (135)
• No Hookups (45)
• Max Amps (50)
• Back-ins (12 x 60)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Amanda Fogarty

November 09, 2025

Several areas to camp. The lake is very large. My favorite was learning there are white pelicans and watching them in the lake. I grew up by thr Beach and never knew pelicans lived inland. Silly I know but watching so many together blew my mind.

Carla Ray Jackson

September 23, 2025

They have been expanding the areas where you can shore fish. The trails are kind of maintained. Mostly when it gets close to hunting season. The Rangers are always friendly and helpful.

Tammy Pickard Babcock

August 31, 2025

Great place to camp, wake up to a BEAUTIFUL VIEW.

Troy Thomas

July 20, 2025

Nice, not too crowded mostly fishing boats on the lake We caught a fair amount of fish. We had some severe weather moving in on us, lol but tough it out and rewarded for it can’t wait for my next trip back

Michael Straith

April 28, 2025

Signal is hard to get here, but other than that, this is a gem of a campground. We stayed in the Hickory Point campground, which is the one with the shower house. The camp was very helpful, and ice and firewood are available near check-in. Seems as if every site has a view of the water, so bring your poles if you're an angler. It's only a 30-minute drive to Springfield if you want a great variety of restaurants and a trove of Lincoln sites and activities to explore.

Map for Sangchris Lake

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