Coffeen lake state fish and wildlife area, hillsboro, illinois. Coffeen lake fishing reports recently shared catches and fishing spots. Coffeen lake topo map in montgomery county, illinois. Usa bassin il 02 coffeen lake december 21, 2019 12212019 to 12212019. Anyone fishing the coffeen lake il tournaments bass. If only they would up the motor restriction to 40 hp id go back there in a heartbeat. Im hoping this forecasted cold weather will get things going there. Bassin is a fishing team tournament trail, catering to the weekend angler and our youth. Contact us with tournament id for more information. I have been fishing this lake for the past 10 years.
Big bass fishing tournament trail, litchfield, illinois. Please consult the lake resource guide for information on lodging and events in the area. Coffeen lake is 1,102 acres with a shoreline length of 47. Now including hgtv, food network, tlc, investigation discovery, and much more. Coffeen lake state fish and wildlife area, an illinois.
This tournament will be made up in april or may depending on idnr accepting new tournament dates. Governor bond lake is approximately 775 acres in size and stocked with catfish, bass, crappie and bluegill. Coffeen was named after one of its founders, gustavus coffeen. I will send out a message to everyone once i have the dates for the makeup tournaments. Carterville the weighin at saturdays boy scout tournament at crab orchard lake lasted less than 30 minutes. Coffeen lake is an attractive site with a history of providing anglers and hunters great success. Anglers seeking additional information regarding coffeen lake can contact the site office at 217 5373351. Coffeen lake, montgomery county illinois fishing reports. While coffeen lake has a wide variety of fish, it is best for largemouth bass, crappie, and channel catfish. Coffeen lake, illinois reports, lake info, pictures. Public youth tournaments banner marsh johnson lake. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u.
Governor bond lake offers two boat ramps and a marina where boat slip rental s available. Anyone fishing the coffeen lake il tournaments sign in to follow this. Coffeen lake is covered by the coffeen, il us topo map quadrant. Coffeen lake lodging options include a private campground north of the main access area. Baldwin lake, located within the kaskaskia river state fish and wildlife area, is a 2,018acre perched cooling lake in randolph and st. Annual trojan open mf high school bass tournament, this past saturday, october 12, 2019, at lake shelbyville. Kincaid lake is a superb fishing resource for several species, including largemouth bass, channel catfish, crappie, walleye, and muskie. Coffeen, il three day weather forecast accuweather. Coffeen lake is an 1100 acre lake in montgomery county, 1 mile west of the town of coffeen. Bbt plans to go forward with their schedule as previously listed. The lake filled by 1966 and now serves as the cooling lake for the coalfired coffeen power station. It is a popular bass tournament lake and crappie angling pressu. Carrollton hosts several fishing tournaments during the year and we pay good prize money.
The lake is under a management agreement between the illinois department of natural resources, and amerenue for outdoor. Start date, id, approval, ramp location, bankboat hookbow, max boats, species, youth. Click on the waterbody name to be taken to a listing of pending or approved tournaments. Big bass trail has receive multiple inquiries about coffeen lake proposed power plant closing. Coffeen lake state fish and wildlife area is an illinois state park on 297 acres in montgomery county, illinois, united states just south of coffeen. Illinois closest major city to coffeen lake is springfield. All fishing tournaments must be scheduled through the site office. Examine a guide to recreational opportunities, rentals, real estate, hotels and cultural events in the water district of coffeen lake. The site was opened in 1986 and operates under a longterm lease and management agreement between the illinois department of natural resources and ameren energy generating company. A private campground is located just to the north of the main access area.
The site was opened as a fish and wildlife area in 1986 and operates under a longterm lease and management agreement between the illinois department of natural resources and dynegy. Get everything bass fishing from anglers channel, straight to your inbox. Alton il posts 10 post thanks like likes given 0 likes received 1 thanks given 0 thanks received 0. Coffeen lake illinois department of natural resources. This agreement grants authority to the state to open the lake and. It is approximately 58 feet deep at its deepest point. Of lakes with at least five tournaments reported lake ferguson, lake. Coffeen winter division 15 bass world sports tournament. The site was opened in 1986 and currently operates under a long term lease and management agreement between the illinois dept. The kbl green team had their first live event on sunday may 6 th at coffeen lake located 7 miles southeast of hillsboro il. Wanting to fish the fallwinter tournaments at coffeen lake, but i dont have a fishing partner. Came across these while going through the tacklebo. I just wish they did have such a low hp rating for the lake.
Information come swim, fish and explore coffeen lake. Coffeen is a city in montgomery county, illinois, united states. Coffeen lake fishing news fishing conditions coffeen lake weather center coffeen lake fishing forum moon phase calendar safety personal flotation devices rules of the waterway. The lake filled by 1966 and now serves as cooling water for the coalfired coffeen power station.
Coffeen lake state fish and wildlife area hillsboro. When fishing, anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including bluegill, channel catfish, largemouth bass. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. Washington, and pickwick lake had the highest average winning weights. Find bass fishing news, articles, video and more at. Coffeen lake is located in montgomery county, illinois. Posted sitespecific regulations for bass and crappie are enforced. In nearby towns, the options vary from primitive campsites to luxurious hotels and resorts. The power station has a generating capacity of 945 megawatts of electricity, with the first unit coming into operation in 1965 and the larger, second unit in 1972. Coffeen lake, illinois community and visitors guide. Coffeen lake is an attractive site with history of providing anglers and hunters success.
I dont have a thermometer, but i would guess the water was just over 100 towards the discharge, and close to. Online entry and tournament publication with the tournament planner of visual reality. Il01 rend lake division il02 coffeen lake fallwinter division. At least one responsible adult must accompany each group of 15 minors. Fish coffeen lake montgomery county, illinois lakelink. As always thanks for fishing with big bass fishing. Im a bit surprised that there hasnt been a thread started for this lake yet. Coffeen lake hunting areas coffeen lake state fish. Coffeen lake state fish and wildlife area is an illinois. The lake is owned by the illinois power company and is leased to the illinois department. Il press advertising service retail ad from 20200422. Clinton lake coffeen lake des plaines river big basin marina evergreen lake forbes lake heidecke lake kinkaid lake lake bloomington lake holiday lake jacksonville lake mcmaster lake of egypt lake shelbyville mississippi river pool 3 pierce lake rend lake sangchris lake shabbona lake. Interested in participating in one of these public tournaments. All tournaments will held unless weather prohibits its.
Coffeen lake state fish and wildlife area wikipedia. Lake coffeen south 4th ave boat ramp march 29, 2020. Coffeen lake is located in southeast montgomery county, seven miles southeast of hillsboro, il. Boating, fishing and skiing can be enjoyed once the proper permits are obtained from the city of greenville municipal building. Coffeen is a small city in montgomery county, illinois, united states.
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