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Ridge Lake

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Illinois, United States

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White crappie

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Bluegill

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

18 in · 3 lb

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Largemouth bass

21 in · 5 lb

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General info

Ridge Lake is a lake located in Coles County, Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Bluegill, and White crappie.

Location

39°24′13.5″N 88°09′16.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Ridge 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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84.1 miles away

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88.7 miles away

Normal

89.0 miles away

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92.5 miles away

West Lafayette

97.0 miles away

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FAQ about Ridge Lake fishing

Ridge Lake is a lake located in Coles County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°24′13.5″N 88°09′16.5″W
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