Gillespie Old City Lake is approximately 71 sq acres (0.3 sq km) in size with 5 miles (8.0 km) of shoreline.
How deep is Gillespie Old City Lake?
Gillespie Old City Lake is approximately 21 feet (6.4 m) at its deepest point with an average depth of 9 feet (2.7 m).
What kind of fish can you catch in Gillespie Old City Lake?
Although thery may be others but anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass in Gillespie Old City Lake.
Other fish species in the lake include Crappie and Redear Sunfish.
What are the closest cities to Gillespie Old City Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Gillespie Old City Lake area?
Are you craving a weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of city life? Or maybe you're an avid angler in search of the perfect fishing spot? Look no further! Gillespie Old City Lake and its surrounding area offer an abundance of options to suit your needs. If you're in need of accommodation, check out our area map which highlights some of the best places to stay. And if you're looking for even more options, head on over to our Travel section. But why settle for a traditional hotel or resort when you can take your adventure to the next level by renting a RV? The open road awaits you!
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Are there topographical lake maps available Gillespie Old City Lake?
We have an topograpical map for online viewing near the top of this page. Lake-Link Pro users can download an print a topograpical map of Gillespie Old City Lake (.pdf format) along with 2,700 more lake maps. For more information on all the benefits of Lake-Link Pro click here.
Are there places to eat and drink near Gillespie Old City Lake?
Yes, you can find numerous options in the area. Click the button below to see what's nearby.
What is the fishing outlook for Gillespie Old City Lake?
What does the future look like for Gillespie Old City Lake? We have some insignt on what to expect for a number of fish species in Gillespie Old City Lake.
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Approximately 14 species occupy this fertile water body. At this time, only channel catfish are stocked periodically by IDNR Fisheries.
Controling Authority
Gillespie Lake Office 618-362-6363 IDNR Fisheries Biologist, Eric Ratcliff 618-931-4217
What is the average air temp for Gillespie Old City Lake?
Looking forward to your next adventure at Gillespie Old City Lake? Don't forget to plan ahead! Weather can be unpredictable, but we've got you covered. On average, air temperatures during this time of year range from a high around 68°F (20°C) to a low around 48°F (9°C). Of course, these are just historical averages, so be prepared for anything Mother Nature throws your way. For the most up-to-date weather information, be sure to check out our Weather Bar located at the top of this page.
Are there any state parks near Gillespie Old City Lake?
Enjoy more of the outdoors with a visit to an area state park. There are 1 state park in the vacinity of Gillespie Old City Lake.
For more Illinois State Park information see our State Park Guide.
Gillespie Old City Lake Reviews
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frederick g.
I have a vacation home on this small no wake lake. It is good for large mouth bass and the lake has a slot limit. The channel catfish are out standing and they are plentiful. This summer the wife and I have caught over six cats weighting 4 to 9 pounds, lots of fun. Caught on chicken livers and red worms. About half of these were caught off our dock, rest in various spots around the lake. Bluegills are everywhere in various sizes and always seem to be biting. The crappies are plentiful and I have caught them on minnows and red worms.
The boat ramp is steep and it is concrete but doable. You do need a boat sticker that you can purchase at the lake store.
Reviewed Oct 13, 2010
andy w.
With my Great Grandma living on the road to the old lake, I speant a lot of time here, while growing up in Gillespie. This lake has a "New" ramp and it is steep. Boats are few and far between though due to the size and wake limit. This is the perfect place to do some bank fishing. Walk the footpaths on the other side of the dam, or just make your own. Catfish and Blugill Gallore. If you are lazy this is no lake for you, but if you wanna good place to put out the cooler and a lawn chair this is the place. It is packed with fish.
Reviewed Apr 26, 2009
tim r.
Steep ramp. I only have rear-wheel drive, and it's doable. When clear, this lake has high potential. Big fish! Gets very muddy in a hurry after a rain. Don't waste any time here, go to the new lake. This lake is no wake. 2/3 the size of new lake.
Reviewed Jun 29, 2008
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