Lake Sedgewick

Name: Lake Sedgewick
Address: 15600 West Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462, USA, Chicago, IL, US
Telephone: (708) 403-6219
Rating: 4.1

4.1(49) Chicago, IL

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About Lake Sedgewick

Lake Sedgewick is a quiet, peaceful, and chill lake perfect for family outings, offering good opportunities for kayaking and various types of fishing (bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, carp). It provides a simple boat/kayak launch and ample picnic facilities, all connected to a larger recreational park.

What parents should know

Summarized from real visitor reviews.

Best for: Families seeking a peaceful day outdoors with kayaking and/or fishingParents looking for a relaxed 'kayak practice lake' for their childrenFishing enthusiasts, including 'bass guys' and families with children interested in fishingFamily picnics and leisurely walks along the lake pathsIdeal for school-aged children and up who can participate in kayaking and fishing activities

Why families love it

Very peaceful and quiet atmosphere
Plenty of seating and picnic tables available
Great fishing lake for multiple species including bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, and carp
Numerous paths along the lake for walking or exploring
Recent landscaping has increased shore opportunities for activities like fishing
Simple two-dock boat ramp setup for easy kayak/boat access

Insider tips

Be prepared to practice catch and release for species not within the lake's creel limits.
If bringing a boat or kayak, ensure it is equipped with only a trolling motor, as larger motors are prohibited.
Consider bringing fishing gear suitable for bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, or carp.
Utilize the available picnic tables for family meals or snacks.

Good to know before you go

Bringing a boat or kayak with a large motor, as only trolling motors are permitted.
Baitfish size noted as slightly undersized compared to previous years
Strict catch and release policy for species not permitted to be kept according to lake creel limits
Boat/Kayak motors are restricted to trolling motors only; large motors are not allowed

Crowds: Consistently described as 'pretty quiet', 'chill place', and 'very peaceful', suggesting low crowd levels, especially compared to more bustling venues.
Value: No pricing information mentioned in the reviews, making it impossible to assess specific value. The focus appears to be on accessibility and recreational opportunities rather than specific rental costs.
Food: Outside food is strongly implied to be allowed and encouraged due to the availability of 'picnic tables' and the overall 'chill place' atmosphere. No explicit prohibition or facility food service mentioned.
Accessibility: No specific accommodations mentioned for special needs, however, 'plenty of paths along the lake' and 'shore opportunities' suggest some general accessibility for mobility around the perimeter.
Safety: No specific safety measures like staff supervision, wristbands, or first aid stations are mentioned in the reviews. The primary safety mention is the 'trolling motor only' rule for boats/kayaks.

What parents say

Tosha Haywood

5.0

"Pretty quiet and chill place."

4 months ago

Lizzy

5.0

"Very peaceful, lots of seating, and picnic tables available 10/10."

2 years ago

Josh Sokol

5.0

"Great place to bring family. Friendly people with plenty of paths along the lake. Great fishing lake for bass and pretty good for bluegill, crappie, catfish and carp. The baitfish are slightly undersized in comparison to the last 8 years or so. Stocking of more predator species like the tiger musky are attempting to rehabilitate the fishery. Please catch and release all species which are not permitted to be kept according to the lakes creel limit. Recent landscaping allows for more shore opportunities. Boat/Kayak fishing is a blast, but it is trolling motor only. (don't use the big motor) Over"

7 years ago

Reviews sourced from public Google data.