Axehead Lake (South 2), a fishing pier, is located in Des Plaines. The map data shows 2 launch lanes, which helps on busy weekends. It's about 15 miles from Chicago, IL, as the crow flies. If it's full, Axehead Lake (South) in Des Plaines is under 1 mile away.
| Type | Fishing pier |
|---|---|
| Address | Des Plaines, IL |
| Water | Axehead Lake |
| Ramps | 2 launch lanes in the map data |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
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Axehead Lake (South 2) is in Des Plaines, Illinois. Open the map link to see where Axehead Lake (South 2) sits on the shore.
It gives you access to Axehead Lake.
Fees for Axehead Lake (South 2) are not in the map data; small local ramps are often free, park and Corps ramps often are not.
Most likely yes. Illinois expects anglers at Axehead Lake (South 2) to carry a regular fishing license.
Axehead Lake (South) in Des Plaines (under 1 mile), Chippewa Woods in Des Plaines (under 1 mile) and Belleau Lake in Des Plaines (1.7 miles).
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