🐟 What fish can you catch in Lincoln?

Most commonly caught species around Lincoln , IL : Largemouth bass - 3,432 reported catches Channel catfish - 614 reported catches Bluegill - 337 reported catches Black crappie - 268 reported catches Blue catfish - 194 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Lincoln fishing reports?

The latest Lincoln , IL fishing reports are: @EverythingButCarp reported a nice Black crappie at Clinton Lake . @cjohnson1247 reported a nice Largemouth bass . @Steph24 reported a nice Blue catfish at Clinton Lake . @matttoczko reported a nice Largemouth bass at Miller Park Lake . @krichardson5003 reported a nice Rainbow trout at Miller Park Lake . .

Fishing in Lincoln, IL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Lincoln, Illinois?

Anglers in Lincoln , IL recommend these top fishing spots: Wiggers Pond (Mount Pulaski Pond) , Sugar Creek , Allison Lake , Lincoln Lakes , Lake Fork .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Lincoln?

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Top fish species in Lincoln

Latest Lincoln fishing reports

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Black crappie

Clinton Lake

11 in · 1 lb

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Largemouth bass

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Blue catfish

Clinton Lake

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Largemouth bass

Miller Park Lake

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Rainbow trout

Miller Park Lake

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White crappie

Clinton Lake

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Hybrid striped bass

Clinton Lake

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Channel catfish

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Black crappie

Clinton Lake

6 in · 3 oz

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Black crappie

Clinton Lake

12 in · 1 lb

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Fishing regulations in Lincoln

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Illinois can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of April 22, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Lincoln fishing

Anglers in Lincoln, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Wiggers Pond (Mount Pulaski Pond), Sugar Creek, Allison Lake, Lincoln Lakes, and Lake Fork.

Most commonly caught species around Lincoln, IL:

Largemouth bass - 3,432 reported catches
Channel catfish - 614 reported catches
Bluegill - 337 reported catches
Black crappie - 268 reported catches
Blue catfish - 194 reported catches

The latest Lincoln, IL fishing reports are:

@EverythingButCarp reported a nice Black crappie at Clinton Lake.
@cjohnson1247 reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@Steph24 reported a nice Blue catfish at Clinton Lake.
@matttoczko reported a nice Largemouth bass at Miller Park Lake.
@krichardson5003 reported a nice Rainbow trout at Miller Park Lake.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Lincoln, IL. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: