Oakhurst Forest Preserve

Description

Throughout the seasons, there is always something of interest available at Oakhurst Forest Preserve – from fishing and boating to hiking and sledding! A 55-acre lake was dug out in the middle of the preserve to serve as a flood control and detention system for the east side of Aurora. The large mound to the south of the lake is a result of the project, and it serves as a popular sledding attraction in the winter. In 1993, Lake Patterson was named commemorating retired County Commissioner Donald Patterson.

Oakhurst is located on Fifth Avenue, approximately 1/2 mile east of Farnsworth Avenue in Aurora.

Fishing Harvest Limits at Lake Patterson, within Oakhurst Forest Preserve:

• Bluegill:10 fish daily harvest limit
• Channel Catfish: 3 fish daily harvest limit
• Common Carp: No harvest limit
•  Crappie (white or black):10 fish daily harvest limit
• Largemouth Bass: Protected slot limit between 14-18 inches. Harvest limit of one fish greater or equal to 18 inches and three fish less than 14 inches
• Northern Pike: One fish daily harvest limit, 24-inch minimum length
• Smallmouth Bass: Catch and release, only

Preserve Map  Reserve Shelter #1  Reserve Shelter #2