Lake trip · Lake County, Illinois
Where to stay at Fox Lake
Fox Lake covers - in Lake County and carries a water-quality grade of D (Poor). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below, then check the water before you book. Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Fox Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Fox Lake in Lake County, Illinois — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Fox Lake grades D for water quality — Poor. Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Water clarity is about 1.9 ft of visibility.
Best time to visit
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
About Fox Lake
Camping & RV near Fox Lake
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Fox Lake on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Fox Lake in Lake County, Illinois are on the map above with live availability and nightly prices. Waterfront rentals put you on the dock; lodging in the nearest town is usually cheaper with more choice.
Fox Lake has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of D (Poor). Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Fox Lake: how to pick a clean lake, the water-quality signals that matter, best swimming and fishing windows, and where to stay.
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