Illinois offers a wide range of fishing lakes, each with its own appeal for anglers. To create this list of the top 30 fishing lakes in the state, I drew on my own fishing experience and reached out to local anglers for...
Carlyle Lake is one of the Upper Peninsula’s most well-known fishing destinations. It has great fishing for Northern Pike, Walleye and Smallmouth Bass, making it a favorite lake among avid anglers. All 3 of these...
Clinton Lake is one of the best places in Illinois to catch some fish. The lake has an average depth of 15 feet with a maximum depth of 48 feet. It covers 4,900 acres and offers a variety of fishing opportunities...