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 Scheduled
Sep 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
Dunlap Lake Association's 5th Annual Adult Fishing Tournament will be Oct. 20th (check in at 5:30 - 6:00 am $25 per person). All boats meet at Walt's House Across from E-8. Please pre-register at waltheckwalt@gmail.com so we can get an idea of how many people we will...
Bonfire scheduled
Aug 29, 2013 | Uncategorized
Fall is in the air and the Dunlap Lake Association Fall Social and Bonfire will be at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, in the lot across from 121 W. Lake Drive. Come for the Hot Dogs, Bonfire, Marshmallows, S’mores and More. Bring your chairs, beverages, snacks to share,...
Progress Reports from City on East Lake
Aug 2, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Edwardsville Public Works department says there are still a few driveways remaining along with the sidewalk on the east side of the road. They estimate the project should take about five more weeks to complete.
IDNR Changes Boat Registration Requirements
Aug 1, 2013 | Uncategorized
We wanted to make everyone aware that the Department of Natural Resources did not send out watercraft renewals this year.They are making it your responsibility to make sure your watercraft is current. In addition,canoes, kayaks and paddle boats are no longer required...
Fish Being Restocked
Jul 29, 2013 | Uncategorized
We plan on restocking the lake with Catfish, Muskie, Walleye and Stripers this fall.
Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting Scheduled
Jul 23, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting has been scheduled for 7 p.m. on Monday, August 26. DLA meetings are held at the Fogle House, 840 East Lake Dr. All property owners are welcome to attend.
Thefts From Boats Reported
Jul 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Edwardsville Police Department has notified DLPOA of two incidents involving theft from boats on the lake in the last two weeks. Thieves have taken items like trolling motors, fish finders, fishing poles, etc. They have not been caught yet. If you have had...
Dunlap Lake Association Youth Fishing Derby Winners
Jun 26, 2013 | Uncategorized
Panfish Division (6 and under) 1st Place – Aiden McClew – 5 lbs. 4 oz. 2nd Place – Johnny McDougal – 5 lbs. 2 oz. 3rd Place – Layla Secrest – 1 lb. 5 oz. Gamefish Division (Age 7 to 12) 1st Place – Lindsey Bonk – 9 lbs. 15 oz. 2nd Place – Gabriel Eitzmann – 7 lbs. 7...
Dam Cleanup for Fireworks Display
Jun 24, 2013 | Uncategorized
Dam Cleanup this Wednesday, June 26, at 6 pm. Fireworks are set for Saturday, July 6 with a rain-out date of Sunday, July 7. The show will begin at 9:20 pm on the dam. The fireworks display draws a big crowd! This means a lot of people will be looking towards OUR DAM...
Ckeckout Photos of DLPOA Luau and Boat Parade
May 27, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Cove by 121 W. Lake was filled with people Saturday afternoon. Click here to checkout photos of this year's DLPOA Luau and Boat Parade. Thanks to everyone who helped put this event together!