LaSalle Fish and Wildlife Area

LaSalle Fish and Wildlife Area
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area)
Map showing the location of LaSalle Fish and Wildlife Area
Location Lake and Newton counties, Indiana, United States
Nearest city Lake Village, IN
Coordinates 41°09′30″N 87°29′38″W / 41.158217°N 87.493967°W / 41.158217; -87.493967Coordinates: 41°09′30″N 87°29′38″W / 41.158217°N 87.493967°W / 41.158217; -87.493967
Area 3,797 acres (15.4 km2)
Established 1952
Governing body Indiana Department of Natural Resources
www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/3088.htm

LaSalle Fish and Wildlife Area is a protected area that covers 3,797 acres (1,537 ha) dedicated to providing hunting and fishing opportunities. It is located south on County Road 650W, near Lake Village, Indiana on the Kankakee River.[1]

Wildlife

During the spring migration (March), waterfowl are at their peak abundance. Hunting is permitted during the appropriate seasons.

Facilities

  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Picnicking
  • Ice Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Trapping
  • Dog Training Area
  • Boat Ramp

References

  1. "LaSalle". Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved October 13, 2012.


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