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Lake George

Illinois, United States

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Black crappie

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White crappie

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White crappie

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Channel catfish

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Green sunfish

2 in · 2 oz

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Bluegill

3 in · 5 oz

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Bluegill

3 in · 3 oz

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Largemouth bass

18 in · 2 lb

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Largemouth bass

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Common carp

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General info

Lake George is a lake located in Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bluegill, Largemouth bass, and Green sunfish.

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Location

41°25′37″N 90°49′44.8″W
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Fishing regulations at Lake George, 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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of March 27, 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 Lake George fishing

Lake George is a lake located in Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°25′37″N 90°49′44.8″W
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