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Linda Lake

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Illinois, United States

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Channel catfish

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Channel catfish

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White crappie

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General info

Linda Lake is a lake located in Hancock County, Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Channel catfish and White crappie.

Location

40°27′53.8″N 91°02′22.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Linda 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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Channel catfish as of May 3rd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Channel catfish

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There are no harvest or size limits except in those waters listed under Site-Specific Regulations

Ictalurus punctatus

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40°27′53.8″N 91°02′22.6″W
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FAQ about Linda Lake fishing

Linda Lake is a lake located in Hancock County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°27′53.8″N 91°02′22.6″W
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