What To Know
The park includes 7 acres, along the 1,000 acre Lake Vermilion. Dedicated on June 12, 1984. Located at Denmark Road, Danville, Illinois
Dedicated
June 12, 1984
total acres
7+ Acres
Lake Vermilion
1,000+ Acre Lake
Boat Access
Docks & Concession
Wildlife Viewing
Eagles, Herons & More
Why is Lake Vermilion County Park Significant?
- Lake Vermilion is the water supply lake for Danville and several surrounding communities
- Formerly, the heaviest-stocked fishing lake in Illinois
- Only public access on Lake Vermilion
- Unrestricted horse power limit for boating
Special Features of Lake Vermilion
- Songer Pavilion
- Courtesy Boat Docks
- Concession building (in season)
- Waterfowl hunting (Registration & Fee Required)
- Wildlife viewing
- Recreational Fishing and Tournaments
Boat Access
Public lake access boat ramp and courtesy docks. (Registration & Fee Required)
Concession Stand
Food and Drinks available (in season)
Songer Pavilion
1080 sq. ft., overlooks Lake Vermilion, offers electricity and lights, with picnic tables. Available to reserve with a rental fee or first-come, first-serve if not reserved. Call 217-442-1691 to reserve.