Crab Orchard Lake

Reservoir. Illinois, United States.
37.7236, -89.0660 — View on the map

Area
2,819 ha
Managed by
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (fisheries)
Permit required
Illinois fishing license (IDNR)
Boat launch
yes

Useful gear for this area

Chosen from the species and size limits regulated in this area.

Species present

IDNR ifishillinois.org fishing outlook species

Local rules

IDNR 2026 fishing outlook: Bluegill Good; White Bass Excellent; Largemouth Bass Very Good; Crappie spp. Excellent; Channel Catfish Excellent. Site-Specific Fishing Regulations: All Fish: 2 pole and line fishing only and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing; trotlines, jugs, hand fishing and bow fishing are allowed with specific restrictions (see regulation booklet for details); bow fishing is allowed Large or Smallmouth Bass: 16 inch Minimum Length Limit; 3 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: No; Boat Fishing: Yes - Unrestricted; Boat Ramps: Yes

Official sources

  1. Crab Orchard Lake — ifishillinois.org (IDNR) (accessed on 23 September 2026)