Carlyle Lake
Reservoir, Bond, Clinton, Fayette. Illinois, United States.
38.7197, -89.2290 — View on the map
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- Area
- 9,947 ha
- Managed by
- Illinois Department of Natural Resources (fisheries)
- Permit required
- Illinois fishing license (IDNR)
- Step-free access
- yes
- Boat launch
- yes
Species present
BluegillLepomis macrochirus
Largemouth bassMicropterus salmoides
Channel catfishIctalurus punctatusIDNR ifishillinois.org fishing outlook species
Local rules
IDNR 2026 fishing outlook: Sauger Fair; Bluegill Fair; Largemouth Bass Fair; Crappie spp. Very Good; Flathead Catfish Fair; Channel Catfish Excellent; White Bass Excellent. Site-Specific Fishing Regulations: Recreational Use Restrictions: Waterfowl Refuge or Hunting Area Large or Smallmouth Bass: 14 inch Minimum Length Limit; 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit White, Black, or Hybrid Crappie: 10 inch Minimum Length Limit; 15 Fish Daily Harvest Limit Additional Information Planning to eat your catch? Fish Consumption Advisory information can be found here: Fish Consumption Advisory Page Bath
2026 season calendar — Illinois
Access
Handicap Access: Yes; Boat Fishing: Yes - Unrestricted; Boat Ramps: Yes
Official sources
- Carlyle Lake — ifishillinois.org (IDNR) (accessed on 23 September 2026)
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