Fishing Devils Kitchen Lake
Popular Fish Species Devils Kitchen Lake, IL
Rainbow Trout Fishing
Excellent stocking programs by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources has helped to maintain a good population of rainbow trout for anglers at Devils Kitchen Lake. Fish for rainbow trout here with worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic their preferred prey. While fishing from a boat is preferred, plenty of trout are caught here by anglers fishing from the bank. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish.
Bluegill Fishing
Fishing for bluegill is a time-honored tradition at Devils Kitchen Lake. Young and old, beginners and seasoned anglers alike, all enjoy catching a bunch of fat bluegill. This year, much like recent years, the bluegill population is healthy and always looking for something to eat. Bluegill fishing is as basic as fishing gets. Any pole, reasonably small line and small hooks baited with anything edible, creates the ideal setup. Add a bobber and you can set the depth you prefer the bait to position. Bluegill hang around brush, rocks, vegetation or any cover available.
Redear Sunfish Fishing
Fishing for redear sunfish, also known as shellcrackers, is popular here at Devils Kitchen Lake. Like most bream, they are a popular species with young and old, as well as beginners and seasoned anglers alike. This year, much like recent years, the redear sunfish population is healthy and always looking for something edible. Redear sunfish fishing is about as simple as fishing gets. Any lighter fishing pole, reasonably light line, small hooks baited with anything eatable, creates a great setup. Add a bobber and you can set the depth you prefer the bait to position. Redear prefer clear, warmer water and hang around brush, rocks, vegetation, docks or any cover available.
Devils Kitchen Lake Fishing Video
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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, rainbow trout, bluegill, redear sunfish and yellow perch at Devils Kitchen Lake in Illinois.
A medium size lake at the southern tip of Illinois, Devils Kitchen Lake offers several species for fishing as well as boating (with a 10 HP limit). Bass, trout, perch and sunfish are just waiting to be caught.
Bass fishing is a big attraction at Devils Kitchen Lake, as is trout fishing. The lake is regularly stocked with rainbow trout. Yellow perch are another popular species. Sunfish, including bluegill and other panfish species, are also abundant in Devils Kitchen Lake.
Located within Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, there is limited access to lodging, dining or shopping. However, the lake is scenic and tranquil with 24 miles of shoreline and lots of places to fish, including areas of standing timber and brush. The better fishing options are from a boat, but there is ample shoreline fishing available as well, including a handicap fishing pier near the dam.
Primary fish species residing in Devils Kitchen Lake
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Devils Kitchen Lake Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NO
Bait & Tackle: NO
Restaurant: NO
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Devils Kitchen Boat Dock
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, off Grassy Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.
Fishing Guides On Devils Kitchen Lake
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Fishing License
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge Campground - 618 997-3344
Hilltop Campground - 618 995-9130
Devils Kitchen Lake IL Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Devils Kitchen Lake
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
8588 IL-148
Marion, IL 62959
618 997-3344
IDNR District Biologist 618 993-7094
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Devils Kitchen Lake offers largemouth bass, rainbow trout, yellow perch and sunfish fishing at the southern tip of Illinois.
