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About McHenry Dam
McHenry Dam is a peaceful and beautiful place for walks, talks, and stress relief. It is a quiet area where visitors hear the sound of water and birds. The location offers great walking and biking paths, including trails along the Fox River and a circular crushed limestone trail. Many people enjoy fishing from the shore or in boats. It is a popular spot for photographers to see wildlife like birds and turtles. The park provides picnic areas with tables and BBQ grills for birthdays and cookouts, along with amenities like free parking, restrooms, and a bait and snack shop. An educational shelter details the dam's history.
Cool little dam area with people always fishing from the shore and in boats. Walking trails are well marked and lots of turtles to see on the logs in the water areas. Plenty of free parking.
October 2025
Nice quick loop for me and the pup. Beautiful views, nice ppl. Always some turtles on a hot sunny day
September 2025
Can only fish on one side of the dam the other side is a lock put water station cleaning deep so it's easy to fish
