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 Lake Association Meeting Scheduled
Apr 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting has been scheduled for 7 p.m. on Monday, April 29. DLA meetings are held at the Fogle House, 840 East Lake Dr. All property owners are welcome to attend
Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting Rescheduled
Mar 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. on Monday, April 1. DLA meetings are held at the Fogle House, 840 East Lake Dr. All property owners are welcome to attend .
Assessment Survey
Mar 13, 2013 | Uncategorized
Click Below for Results of the Assessment Survey DLPOA Assessment Survey Emailed Comments on Assessments
2013 Annual Meeting Cancelled for Today
Jan 11, 2013 | News
The Thursday, Feb. 21, Dunlap Lake Annual Meeting has been CANCELLED due to the bad weather. The meeting is rescheduled for Wednesday, March 6. The meeting will be held at the Moose Lodge, 7371 Marine Rd. The doors will open at 6:30, snacks will be served and a cash...
October Dunlap Days
Oct 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Holiday Social Was Fun For All The annual Dunlap Lake Holiday Social had over 60 people show up and a lot of new faces. Checkout photos of the event on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dunlap-Lake-Association/264037857002809. Thanks to everyone for...
Dunlap Days
Jul 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Fall Social Fall is in the air and the Dunlap Lake Association Fall Social will be at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20, 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,...
Fireworks Still On for Saturday
Jul 6, 2012 | Uncategorized
We've been given the go ahead by the Edwardsville Fire Department for the DLOPA Fireworks starting at about 9:20 p.m. on Saturday, July 7-- See you out there!
Fireworks over Dunlap Lake
Jun 12, 2012 | Uncategorized
This year's fireworks display will be on Saturday, July 7, at 9:20 p.m. Rain-out date is Sunday, July 8. If there is rain all weekend the rain-out date will be over Labor Day Weekend. Cancellation due to dry weather fire hazard will be announced on website and...
Dunlap Lake Boat Parade and Luau
May 30, 2012 | Uncategorized
Check out the photos from the boat parade during the first-ever luau event at our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dunlap-Lake-Association/264037857002809
May Dunlap Days
May 21, 2012 | Uncategorized
YOUTH FISHING DERBY JUNE 9 The annual youth fishing derby will be held on Saturday June 9 with registration beginning at 7 a.m. The day will include weigh-ends and awards at 11 a.m. and lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. Pre-register by e-mailing Chad...