Weldon also has an open, grassy area along the shoreline for softball or fishing. A nearby wooded picnic area provides shaded protection during those long, hot summer days. The West Side Penninsula and Mascoutin areas have great views of the lake. Shelters may be reserved for a fee by calling the park office. For your convenience, the Home Port Marina, located 1 mile north of Illinois Route 10, has a full-service bait and tackle shop and snack shop.
Boat rentals are available, as well as boat sales and service.
The most common species are rabbit, pheasant, squirrel and dove, although quail and woodcock also are hunted. Deer can be taken in season by archery only. Limited muzzle loading deer hunting and shotgun turkey hunting should be open for the 2001 seasons. Waterfowl hunting is permitted from anchored boat blinds only. All hunters must obtain a free permit from the park office.