Wakesurf Spot · Illinois
Skokie Lagoon 5 Lake
A 378-acre reservoir in Cook County, Illinois — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
Skokie Lagoon 5 Lake sits in Cook County, Illinois that covers about 378 acres. It is on the smaller side, so usable wake-boat water depends heavily on local rules and traffic.
No public access point is listed, so confirm how (and whether) you can legally launch.
Skokie Lagoon 5 Lake appears here on the strength of its size and public access, not any reputation for surfing. Wake-boat regulation varies by state and by individual lake, so verify the Illinois rules and the local ordinance first.
Source: Illinois DNR. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Skokie Lagoon 5 Lake is a warm-weather wakesurf spot — plan around local water and air temperatures, and ride early for the calmest water.
Skokie Lagoon 5 Lake covers roughly 378 acres, giving it room for a wake-boat setup when conditions cooperate. Public access varies — confirm a launch before you go. Illinois sets statewide wakesurf rules, and individual lakes often add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits — check the Illinois rules page and the local ordinance before launching. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.