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Lake Sara

Routes 32-33 North, Effingham, IL 62401

Boating

Lake Sara offers tons of fun activities, including boating, kayaking, tubing and more. Enjoy a beautiful view from one of the restaurants on the lake. Camping and supply stores for all your lake-day needs are available.

A quiet cove at dawn, where the only sound is the whir of a casting reel and the gentle splash of the fly hitting the water’s surface... that’s Lake Sara. A sunny afternoon slalom skiing behind a powerboat or running along the beach... that’s Lake Sara. A family picnic in the grass at water’s edge or a family reunion, with fried chicken and the works, under one of the pavilions... that’s Lake Sara. Lake Sara is an 800-acre recreational lake nestled into a wooded shoreline, encircled by a winding road. Spend a day, a week, or a season on the shores of Lake Sara. Lake Sara has something for everyone in every season of the year.

What's happening nearby...

BritBeat- Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Performace Center •  Nov 02 @ 7PM

It is a one-of-a-kind performance that transcends the ordinary and plunges you into the heart of The Beatles’ legendary history. This show isn’t just about music;…

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Terri Clark- Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Performance Center  •  Nov 15 @ 7PM

From humble beginnings playing for tips at Tootsie's Orchid Lounge in Nashville to being the only Canadian female member of the Grand Ole Opry, Terri Clark…

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Ozark Jubilee's Branson Country Christmas- Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Performance Center  •  Nov 23 @ 7:30PM

Doofus will have you rolling in the aisles with his unique brand of humor and will captivate you with some of the best fiddle music ever.…

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