Lake Opeka

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Lake Opeka
Location	Des Plaines, Illinois
Basin countries	United States
Surface area	40 acres (16 ha)

Lake Opeka is a small, 40 acre (162,000 m²) lake in Des Plaines, Illinois, with an 18 hole par-3 golf course on its western shore. On the northern bank is Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Jogging paths run around the east side, where a band shelter is located amongst picnic tables and grills, exercise stations and a playground. The southern end has a volleyball sand pit. Rumor has it that there is a jeep underwater in the deepest part along with an old road.

Fishing is allowed. Bass, bluegill and occasional northern pike are caught. There are small sailboats and paddleboats using the lake. Many ducks on the water, some large carp and occasional turtles.