Lou Yaeger Lake, Illinois Fishing

Location and information: Lou Yaeger Lake is located in Montgomery County, Illinois. This body of water covers approximately 1,269 acres of surface area which has an average depth around 10 feet and a maximum depth just over 30 feet. You will find boat ramps, camping, kayaking, boating and fishing here.

Species List: According to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. This lake contains numerous species of popular fish. So, what type of fish will you find here? You can find Largemouth Bass, White Crappie, Bluegill and Channel Catfish on these waters.

The top species to fish for here are

Crappie: Very Good

Channel Catfish: Very Good

Largemouth Bass: Developing

Bluegill: Good

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