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Craig Lake

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Illinois, United States

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Top fish species at Craig Lake

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
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Craig Lake fishing reports

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

20 in · 2 lb

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General info

Craig Lake is a lake located in Jersey County, Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass.

Location

39°00′56.2″N 90°10′28.8″W
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Fishing regulations at Craig Lake, 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 Craig Lake

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FAQ about Craig Lake fishing

Craig Lake is a lake located in Jersey County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°00′56.2″N 90°10′28.8″W
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