William W. Powers State Recreation Area

About William W. Powers State Recreation Area

Wolf Lake on Chicago's far southeast side, at the Indiana line, holds largemouth bass, northern pike, walleye and hybrid muskie across 419 acres of water. About six miles of shoreline are open to bank anglers, minutes from the city.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🚲 Biking
• 🎣 Fishing
• ⛵ Boating
• 🏹 Hunting

Amenities & facilities

• 🚤 Boat Ramp
• 🌿 Nature Center
• ♿ Accessible Facilities
• 🌞 Day Use Only

Entrance fee

Free entry

Contact

🎒 Gear up for William W. Powers State Recreation Area

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Fishing rods
• Hiking boots
• Trail cameras
• Bike helmets
• Life jackets
• Bug spray
• Tackle kits
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles
• Hunting binoculars
• Bike lights
• Dry bags
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit

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Nearby state parks

• Kankakee River State Park
• Channahon State Park
• Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area
• James "Pate" Philip State Park
• Heidecke Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
• Iroquois County State Wildlife Area