Dunlap Lake

 Dunlap Lake is our 138-acre lake with 360 single-family homes, just east of downtown Edwardsville in Madison County, Illinois. It was created by Orie T. Dunlap in 1939. Property owners of Dunlap Lake enjoy boating, swimming, ice skating, and fishing along the lake’s 15 miles of shoreline.

Since the late 1940s Dunlap Lake has been periodically stocked with fish including Channel Catfish, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Hybrid Striped Bass, and Muskellunge. Fishing is for residents and guests who go out with them. Please catch and release largemouth bass, 

A 2024 study on the fishery showed the lake is overstocked with several types of fish. Currently residents are encouraged to catch and keep as many small and midsized Crappie and Stripers they will eat. ALL Shad and Carp caught need to be removed. Never throw left over bait fish or any kind of pond fish into the lake.

The lake is managed by the Dunlap Lake Property Owners Association which was founded in 1950 and incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1952 to maintain and protect the lake and subdivision. The neighborhood was annexed into Edwardsville in 1977 so now the City maintains roads and provides a reliable sewer system. A 20-year master plan completed in 2020 guides current maintenance and improvements around the lake. 

Dunlap Adult Fishing Tournament Winners

Oct 16, 2014 |

1st Place- Jeff Hudson and Eric Robinson Top 3 Fish Total- 11 lbs 15 oz. Largest Fish of the Tournament Caught by Jeff Hudson- 4 lbs 11 oz. 2nd Place- Todd McClew Top 3 Fish Total- 9 lbs 14 oz.  Third place went to Jarrod and Josh Kolesa There were a total of 12...

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Fall Bonfire is Saturday Oct. 18

Oct 16, 2014 |

Residents of all ages will love the fall bonfire and potluck held across from113 W. Lake Drive by the underwater bridge. Hot dogs, brats, s'mores and hot chocolate will be provided. Everyone is asked to bring chili, a side dish or a dessert to share. Please bring lawn...

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Boating update

Oct 9, 2014 |

Dock Space Badly Needed Do you have a dock going unused or with room for a second boat? We have a growing boat population and dock space is scarce. If you know of dock space please reply to this e-mail or contact Carolyn Green at Carolyn@dunlaplake.org Summer...

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Please Join in the 6th Annual Adult Fishing Tourney

Oct 2, 2014 |

The Adult Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday, October 12th at 510 W. Lake Dr. There will be a shotgun start at sunrise. You must be 18 yrs or older to enter. Two people are allowed per boat. Specific rules for the tournament can be found below. E-mail Walt Heck...

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Divers Inspect Dam Silo

Sep 10, 2014 |

On Labor Day divers went down and inspected the silo of the dam. The 75-year old structure is intact. The divers will be presenting a recommendation for repairs and how the Association can keep the equipment in good condition. Thanks to Walt Heck for coordinating this...

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Assessment Update

Sep 10, 2014 |

There were 317 votes (56%) in favor of a $500 annual assessment fee per voting lot and 245 (44%) against it. Anyone who's assessment bill was under $500 should have received an invoice from City & Village for the remaining balance. The few individuals who paid...

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Summer Boat Registrations

Sep 10, 2014 |

Since May we have had 16 new boats registered on the lake and 8 transfers. Click here to find the form to register your boat. To report a sale or boat moved off the lake carolyn@dunlaplake.org . If you have a damaged boat you would like picked up for scrap let Carolyn...

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