GPS Coordinates:
N 40.19656; W 90.20330
Site Access:
Fee
Handicap Accessible
Parking
Amenities: Information; Restrooms; Canoeing; Boating; Fishing; Camping; Picnic; Visitors Center
Directions:
From the intersection of US 136/E. Laurel Ave. and CR (County Road) 20/S. Promenade St. in Havana, go south on US 136/S. Promenade St. for 0.2 miles. Turn west (right) onto US 136/E Dearborn St. for 4.6 miles to SR 100. Turn south (left) onto SR (State Route) 100 and go approximately 8.8 miles to the site.
Description:
Once a private duck-hunting club, the 2,247-acre Anderson Lake and adjacent 230-acre Carlson Lake were purchased by the state in 1947 and
put under the auspices of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. These lakes are floodplain lakes, receiving overflow from the nearby Illinois River during flood periods. The complex is known for its waterfowl population, primarily Mallard and Wood Duck, which are especially numerous during the fall months. During winter, substantial numbers of Bald Eagles utilize the site; and large numbers of American White Pelicans can be seen here each spring during the annual northward trek to their summer breeding grounds.
The bottomland forest associated with Anderson Lake is mature, holding large specimens of silver maple, cottonwood, and black willow. Massive planted shade tree specimens such as tulip poplar, black walnut, red maple, and American sycamore are located throughout the camping areas. These giants attract songbirds such as American Robin, Cedar Waxwing, and Chipping Sparrow. In addition to waterfowl, the lake itself hosts raptors such as Osprey and Red-tailed Hawk, as well as a large colony of Purple Martins (summer).
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