Zebra Mussels
Zebra mussels have been found in Lake Minear.
You must use the proper precautions while fishing and boating. Please visit our Zebra Mussel information page or call our hotline for more information.

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Members may fish anytime when the beach is open for no additional charge.  Lake Minear has been stocked with game and panfish, including northern pike, walleye, Missouri-grown channel fish, bluegills, crappies and largemouth bass, and many trophy fish have been caught!  We encourage everyone to practice "catch and release."

IMPORTANT: All boaters must have proof of insurance on file BEFORE using the lake.  Please check in at the gate during normal business hours.

The Extended Fishing Program (EFP) (65k) allows members access to the lake outside regular hours or in the spring and fall when the beach is closed. Under the EFP rules, eight boats with motors under 10 horsepower are allowed on the lake at any one time. (You may also apply if you want to fish from shore). EFP members receive a gate key to the east entrance. EFP members may fish anytime from sunup to sundown, any day of the week, all year around.  Members can not fish near the west shore where signs are posted. This program is for fishing only so swimming, picnicing, and alcohol are not allowed. All state fishing rules apply at Lake Minear. The cost is $55.00 and the period covered is one year through Memorial Day. You must be a regular beach member to take part of this program.

A copy of insurance showing liability coverage for Any Watercraft can be faxed from your carrier to the LBC Hotline 847-680-8897 or mailed with the EFP application. 

NOTE: No insurance is required if fishing from shore.

Please note that keys for extended fishing will not be mailed out this year.  They can be picked up at the lake on May 19 during the Fishing Derby from 8am - 12pm.  You can also pick it up on your first visit during the new season!

Thank you for your interest in the Extended Fishing Program at Lake Minear Beach. Please make sure boat stickers are visible on the left side of your boat. (Members fishing from shore will not receive a sticker.) If you wish to participate in our Extended Fishing Program please visit our Membership Sign-up area.

No motorized vehicles will be allowed

Guests must have a pass and remain with members at all times. Guest passes can be purchased at the lake $12.50 for 5 punches and $20.00 for 10 punches.

Please make sure that you lock the gate behind you
after you enter or leave the lake.

Report any lost or stolen keys on the hot line 847-680-8897. (A replacement key charge will apply and under no circumstances are keys to be duplicated.) Your cooperation will make this program enjoyable for all members.

Fishing Guests at Lake Minear Beach
If you would like to bring in a guest during extended fishing hours you need to purchase a guest pass in advance. You must have a guest pass for insurance reasons. Guest will not be allowed to bring in any type of boat or floating device. Members will be responsible for their guest while they are at the lake.

Zebra Mussels Found at Lake Minaer
Zebra mussels have been found in Lake Minear. You must use the proper precautions while fishing and boating. If you do not know what they are please go the visit this Zebra Mussel Web site for information or call the our hotline and they can be mail information about them.

Fish Limits at Lake Minear
Lake Minear has set the following slot size limits:

Fish Identification

If you have any questions you can call the hotline at 847-680-8897 or E-mail me at .

Thank you for your cooperation,

Patrick Conn
President