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Carbondale Reservoir

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Illinois, United States

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Carbondale Reservoir fishing reports

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Channel catfish

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White crappie

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White crappie

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White crappie

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Largemouth bass

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Channel catfish

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General info

Carbondale Reservoir is a lake located in Jackson County, Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, White crappie, and Channel catfish.

Location

37°41′46.7″N 89°13′47.3″W
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Fishing regulations at Carbondale Reservoir, IL

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.

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Reviews of Carbondale Reservoir

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1.8 miles away

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Oakville

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Cahokia

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Collinsville

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East St. Louis

80.2 miles away

Arnold

80.2 miles away

Mehlville

81.1 miles away

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FAQ about Carbondale Reservoir fishing

Carbondale Reservoir is a lake located in Jackson County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
37°41′46.7″N 89°13′47.3″W
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