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Lake Mendota

Illinois, United States

4.1Β·710 catches

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Bluegill

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Bluegill

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Largemouth bass

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Common carp

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Greengill hybrid

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Lake Mendota is a lake located in Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Bluegill, and Channel catfish.

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Location

41Β°33β€²28.7β€³N 89Β°07β€²49.4β€³W
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East Peoria

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Lake Mendota is a lake located in Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
41Β°33β€²28.7β€³N 89Β°07β€²49.4β€³W
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