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...

Downtown Movie Night
Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum • Jun 20 @ 8:30PM
Enjoy a screening of The Little Rascals under the stars at Downtown Movie Night! Bring chairs, blankets, and loved ones. Movie starts at 8:30 p.m. Concessions…
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Funfest for Air-Cooled VWs
Mid America Motorworks • Jun 20 – Jun 21
Enjoy a weekend in Effingham featuring classic vehicles, scenic tours, food, and family fun. Join the Fun Run, camp out, and catch a movie with the…
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The Great Race Rolls Through Effingham
Effingham Performance Center • Jun 24 @ 12noon
The 2025 Great Race is rolling through Effingham! Come on out for this special lunch stop to see beautiful vintage cars and meet some participants during…
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Larson's Landing
Effingham
If you want to spend a day on Lake Sara, don't worry, because Larson's Landing offers all you need for a great day out.
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