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Clinton Lake, IL

Providing a nice variety of fish species for anglers, Clinton Lake is an 4,900-acre lake in the east-central part of Illinois, a few miles east of Clinton. Bass and crappie top the list of angler interest here, but the lake also supports respectable populations of white bass, hybrid stripers and walleye.

There are over 125 miles of shoreline, much of which is not accessible for fishing from the bank. However, there are a few areas, including near the boat ramps, with some access. Canoes and kayaks provide access to fishing areas, and the boat launch ramps facilitate launching of all types of boats for fishing, water sports and sightseeing. The marina on the water serves the boating and fishing visitors with standard marina products and services.

Fishing Boats For Rent In IL

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, white bass and hybrid striped bass at Clinton Lake in Illinois.

Primary fish species residing in Clinton Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Largemouth bass Black crappie White crappie Walleye White Bass Hybrid Striped Bass

Clinton Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Barefoot Cove Marina
Rentals: Kayaks and pontoon boats
217 736-2565

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

670 N Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off 670 N Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Clinton Lake State Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off Boat Ramp Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Parnell Boat Access Area
Located in the northeast section of the lake, west side, at the north end of the Liberty Road Bridge, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

The Point Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, east side, off 1550 E Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Weldon Access Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, east side, off 885 N Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Marinas

Barefoot Cove Marina
6599 Sailboat Rd
Weldon, IL 61882
217 736-2565

Click here for a Illinois Fishing License.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Clinton Lake State Recreation Area Campground - 217 935-8722

Clinton Lake IL Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

Clinton Lake
Clinton Lake Marina
6599 Sailboat Rd
Weldon, IL 61882
217 736-2727

Clinton Lake Site Office 217 935-8722

IDNR Fisheries County Biologist 217 784-4730

 

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Clinton Lake in Illinois.

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Clinton Lake offers lunker bass and quality crappie fishing in east-central Illinois.

Fishing on Clinton Lake, in Illinois.