Lake George is located in Richton Park, Illinois, just south of Sauk Trail Road and west of Cicero Avenue (Illinois 50), adjacent to Klawitter Park. The lake offers public access for paddlers, though parking is limited.

A second Lake George exists in Rock Island County, Illinois, approximately 5 miles west of Andalusia off Route 92. This 167-acre lake features a maximum depth of 62 feet and an average depth of 24 feet, with 4.2 miles of wooded shoreline. The Rock Island County Forest Preserve District manages this lake and enforces an electric motors only policy. Facilities include a paved parking lot accommodating 40 car/trailer combinations and two concrete boat ramps, with ADA-accessible launch facilities. A concession building offers boat rentals and basic supplies.

The Rock Island County Lake George has experienced increased aquatic vegetation in recent years, particularly Eurasian milfoil. The lake supports diverse fish populations, including bluegill, crappie, and largemouth bass. The woody structure along the shoreline provides habitat for various fish species, which may be of interest to anglers who paddle.

For paddlers visiting the Rock Island County location, it's important to note that only electric trolling motors are permitted - no gas-powered engines allowed. The lake maintains relatively stable conditions with its substantial average depth of 21.3 feet and 6.3 miles of shoreline to explore.