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Invasive Species on the Fox Chain O’Lakes

Written by Mark Sullivan on June 12, 2026. Posted in Events & Happenings, News & Updates, Wildlife & Nature.

Several invasive species are already established in the Fox Chain. Here's what they're doing to the system and what every boater and angler can do about it.

boating, conservation, Fox Chain O'Lakes, Fox Waterway Agency, invasive species, milfoil, water quality, zebra mussels

1 hour from Chicago, a world away: why the Fox Chain O’Lakes should be your 2026 summer destination

Written by admin on March 29, 2026. Posted in Seasonal Guides, Travel & Tourism.

Skip the three-hour drive to Wisconsin. The Fox Chain O'Lakes — 7,100 acres of connected water, world-class fishing, and waterfront dining — is just one hour north of Chicago.

attractions, boating, family activities, fishing, Fox Chain O'Lakes, things to do

Spring is here: what’s coming to the Fox Chain O’Lakes in April and beyond

Written by admin on March 29, 2026. Posted in Events & Happenings, Seasonal Guides.

Ice is off, marinas are stirring, and walleye season is days away. Here's everything happening at the Fox Chain O'Lakes this spring — from fishing tournaments to Friday Night Live.

attractions, boating, family activities, fishing, Fox Chain O'Lakes, things to do

Family walking along a sandy lakefront beach with splash pad and pontoon boats at Fox Chain O'Lakes

The Fox Chain O’Lakes with kids: a family guide to the best days out

Written by FCOL Editorial Team on March 9, 2026. Posted in Family Activities.

Splash pads, pontoon rides, fishing with kids, and pick-your-own farms — your family guide to the Fox Chain O'Lakes.

attractions, boating, family activities, fishing, pontoon, state park, things to do

Beginner boater navigating pontoon boat on Illinois lake

A first-timer’s guide to boating the Fox Chain O’Lakes

Written by FCOL Editorial Team on February 28, 2026. Posted in How-To & Tips, Water Sports & Recreation.

New to boating the Fox Chain O'Lakes? Essential tips on launches, rentals, navigation, and rules for first-time boaters on 7,100 acres of connected water.

boat rental, boating, boating guide, boating safety, pontoon