

The minimum size and creel limits, in addition to those stated by the Illinois statewide fishing regulations are: *Asian Carp are now present in the Mackinaw River and its tributaries, including below the Spillway in Six-Mile Creek leading to the Mackinaw River.

Fishing in, below or beyond the spillway is prohibited. UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, ALL STATE OF ILLINOIS FISHING REGULATIONS WILL BE ENFORCED. Swimming, Wading, and Float Fishing are prohibited. Bank Poles, Trot Lines, Bush Lines, Seining, or Jug Fishing are Prohibited. (Frogs may be taken in open season only). (Except during Illinois Archery Deer Season)

Anglers using boats are limited to using a 10 Horsepower (or less) motor. Anglers must possess a valid Illinois Fishing License as REQUIRED by law. Since 1990, nearly 75,000 4-8 inch large-mouth bass, 20,000 8-11 inch pure musky, and 1,000,000 1-2 inch hybrid walleye (saugeye) have been stocked in the lake, with very good success. In cooperation with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the McLean County Department of Parks and Recreation has implemented an ongoing, long-term fishery management plan for Evergreen Lake. Limited tackle and ice available, too! NOTE - During the weekdays staff is not present, FOR ASSISTANCE CALL THE PARK VISITOR CENTER AT (309) 434-6770. The Bait Shop offers minnows, night crawlers, red worms, wax worms, leeches, cheese baits, and cut baits. View the new interactive depth map of Evergreen Lake or download a printable map of Evergreen Lake (PDF).īAIT SHOP/BOAT RENTAL NOW OPEN (EXPANDED HOURS)īait Shop Hours - 6:00 a.m. EVERGREEN LAKE REMAINS A 10 hp LIMIT LAKE. Evergreen Lake offers a wide array of fishing challenges, including large mouth bass, small mouth bass, crappie, hybrid walleye (saugeye), muskie, white bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and flat head catfish.
