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Carlson Lake

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Illinois, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Grass carp

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White crappie

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Eyetail bowfin

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Carlson Lake is a lake located in Fulton County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Schuyler County, Illinois. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and Eyetail bowfin.

Location

40°12′0.2″N 90°11′26.5″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Carlson Lake?

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Fishing regulations at Carlson 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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FAQ about Carlson Lake fishing

Carlson Lake is a lake located in Fulton County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Schuyler County, Illinois. Its coordinates are:
40°12′0.2″N 90°11′26.5″W
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