Beaches are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Please view the status flags below for daily beach open/closed information.

• Beach access is limited to residents of the Village of Lake in the Hills and their guests.
• Non-residents can only access the beaches when accompanied by a resident of the Village of Lake in the Hills as their guest. 
• Non-lifeguard Village staff will be present from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. daily during open beach season from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
• Beaches will be open when an attendant is present.
• Beaches are not guarded. Swim at your own risk. 
•  Persons less than 16 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible person 16 years of age or older when entering or using any beach area.
• No swimming during inclement weather when lightning is present. Beaches are closed when it's under 70 degrees.

Beach Water Conditions

Green = Beach is open.
Yellow = Beach is open.  Swim at your own risk.  E coli bacteria levels have exceeded open status limits.
Red = The Beach is closed to swimming.  E coli bacteria levels have exceeded advisory status limits or closed for other reasons.

The following beach statuses may not have the most current information. Please refer to the posted statuses at the beaches for the most accurate information.

Woods Creek Lake has two sand beaches to choose from:

• Butch Hagele Beach at 71 Hilltop Drive
• Indian Trail Beach at 228 Indian Trail

Beach Regulations

Indian Trail Beach Shelter

The shelter at Indian Trail Beach is the perfect place to host your next reunion, birthday party, or company picnic.

• Amenities include 4 picnic tables under the shelter, swimming, and sand volleyball.
• Grilling is permitted in the parking lot only. Hot coals must be extinguished and placed is the designated metal can.
• Smoking and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
• Reservations accepted starting on the first Monday in February of each calendar year.
• Reservations may take place between 10:30 AM and 7:30 PM.
• The contact person on the picnic reservation form must be present for the entire duration of the event.
• The area reserved must be left in a clean state with picnic tables in their designated area and garbage placed in the provided receptacles.
• No sound amplifying devices are allowed as part of the shelter rental.
• No advertising signage or soliciting allowed on the property.

 Shelter Reservation Information

Woods Creek Lake, Goose Lake, Willow Lake, and Lake Scott

One of the biggest benefits of living in Lake in the Hills is the natural beauty of our four lakes nestled on the east side, minutes from the hustle and bustle of the major roadways. The lakes provide the opportunity for many recreational activities, including boating, swimming, fishing, and even ice fishing in the winter.

Woods Creek Lake is the largest of the four lakes, encompassing over 50 acres of land/water. Woods Creek Lake and Goose Lake are stocked seasonally with walleye, sunfish, perch, and catfish. Willow Lake and Lake Scott, the smallest of the four lakes, are considered residential lakes and are accessible from private property.

Boaters have access at:

• Nockels Park at 147 Hilltop Drive
• Turtle Island at 290 1/2 Indian Trail

Beach/swimming access is located at: 

• Indian Trail Beach at 228 Indian Trail
• Butch Hagele Beach at 71 Hilltop Drive

Fishing access is located at:

• Woods Creek Lake
• Goose Lake from Horner Park off of Council Trail and Willow Street
• Willow Lake
• Lake Scott
• Larsen Pond
• Turtle Pond
• Fen Lake at Barbara Key Park

Ice fishing and related activities shall be permitted on the lakes of the Village after purchasing a Fishing Permit, Annual Fishing Permit or Daily Fishing Permit.  Please follow the Village Municipal Code Chapter 8 Parks, Lakes and Beaches to conduct ice fishing.

Lakes Documents

• Press Release - Turtle Island OSLAD Grant
• Woods Creek Watershed-Based Plan
• Topographic Survey of the Woods Creek Lake
• Location Map of Lakes
• Chapter 8 Parks, Lakes and Beaches

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