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Lake Information for Lake George


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Description: 

Lake George is a 167 acre lake in Rock Island County. Lake George is developing into one of the premiere muskie lakes in the State. The Illinois Natural History Survey completed research projects on both the walleye and muskie stocking programs in 1994.

Fishing Description: 

The bass population has dramatically improved over the last 5 years. Bass numbers are back to historical levels, with the striped bass hybrid population currently doing well.

Fishing Tips, Tactics, How-To info: 

Muskie are best in the spring and fall in the bays and along the shoreline near fallen trees.

Largemouth bass are in May and June in the bays and points.

Fishing for channel catfish is best in the summer along the shallows of the upper end and the dam.

Crappie fishing is best in the spring and fall among the cribs and tree tops.

Fish: 
Channel Catfish
Fish: 
Crappie
Fish: 
Largemouth Bass
Fish: 
Sauger
Fish: 
Striped Bass
Fish: 
Walleye
Optional Information
Maximum depth: 
62ft
Surface area: 
167.00
Name: 
Lake George
Lake type: 
lake
State: 
Illinois

Businesses Located Nearby

Boat Rental

    Lake George Boat Rental
  • 19046 Loud Thunder Rd - Illinois City, IL
  • (309) 795-1070
    Lake Mac Bride Boat Rentals
  • 3475 Highway 382 Ne - Solon, IA
  • (319) 624-2315
    Larry's Custom Canvas
  • 435 5th Ave W - Andalusia, IL
  • (309) 798-2521

Vacation Rental

    Loud Thunder Forest Prsv
  • 19408 Loud Thunder Rd - Illinois City, IL
  • (309) 795-1040
    Varners' Caboose
  • 3911 Ia-22 - Blue Grass, IA
  • (563) 381-3652

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