Guide To Fishing At Clinton Lake
AKA: Lake Clinton

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.
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.
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
Lake Video
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
Fishing lakes in each state.
Clinton Lake in Illinois.
ILLINOIS


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