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Carlyle Lake is Illinois’ largest lake at approximately 26,000 acres. As the gateway to Carlyle Lake, our City is ideally situated to access any area of the Lake where you might want to embark on your fishing adventure! Use this webpage to access official information on fishing Carlyle Lake, including fishing guides, maps, tackle shops, boat ramps, and more.

Carlyle Fishing Retail & Services

Carlyle Fishing Information
Download the Carlyle Fishing Guide (PDF, 10.5mb)

Carlyle Lake Boat Access

Carlyle Lake Spillway

Fishing Licenses
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Carlyle Lake Hunting & Fishing Brochure


For more information, contact any of the following offices:
Carlyle Lake Corps of Engineers – (618) 594-2484
Eldon Hazlet State Park – (618) 594-3627
Target Illinois Poachers – (877) 236-7529