Fishing at Rend Lake, Illinois
16,317-acre lake · County · 0 species stocked
Rend Lake sits at 0 feet — low-elevation, warmer-water in County, Illinois, covering 16,317 acres of lake water. It's been an active stocking water since at least 0, and the recent records below tell you what's been planted and when.
Stocking Reports
No public stocking events are recorded for Rend Lake in our dataset. This doesn't necessarily mean the lake hasn't been stocked — check directly with Illinois's fish and wildlife agency.
Best Time to Fish Rend Lake
Stocking records for Rend Lake are limited. Reach out to the state fish and wildlife agency for current management plans.
Nearby Lakes
Other stocked waters within ~75 miles of Rend Lake:
- Lake Moses — 7.9 mi (167 ac)
- Du Quoin Lake — 14.4 mi (232 ac)
- Campbell Lake — 16.3 mi (331 ac)
- New City Lake — 17.2 mi (203 ac)
- West Frankfort Reservoir — 17.5 mi (165 ac)
- Washington County Lake — 24.1 mi (322 ac)
- Pinckneyville Reservoir — 24.2 mi (192 ac)
- Harrisburg Reservoir — 27.5 mi (158 ac)
Fishing Regulations
A valid Illinois fishing license is required at Rend Lake. Buy one online and check current regulations at the Illinois DNR. Always confirm seasonal closures, size limits, and creel limits before fishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are stocked in Rend Lake?
No species are recorded as stocked in our dataset for Rend Lake.
Do I need a fishing license for Rend Lake?
Yes — a valid Illinois fishing license is required. Purchase one online from the Illinois DNR.