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Little Grassy Lake is a deep, clear, 1000-acre impoundment located in the south portion of the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge between Marion and Carbondale in Williamson County Illinois.
Site Regulations:
Largemouth bass: 12 to 15 inch protective slot limit, 6 per day creel
Channel catfish: 6 per day creel limit
Site Regulations:
Largemouth bass: 12 to 15 inch protective slot limit, 6 per day creel
Channel catfish: 6 per day creel limit
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- How big is Little Grassy Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Little Grassy Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Little Grassy Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Little Grassy Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Little Grassy Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Little Grassy Lake?
- What is the fishing outlook for Little Grassy Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Little Grassy Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Little Grassy Lake?
How big is Little Grassy Lake?
Little Grassy Lake is approximately 1,000 sq acres (4.0 sq km) in size.
What kind of fish can you catch in Little Grassy Lake?
Although thery may be others but anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Bluegill, Carp, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, White Crappie, Yellow Bass and Yellow Bullhead in Little Grassy Lake.
What are the closest cities to Little Grassy Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Little Grassy 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! Little Grassy 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 Little Grassy 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 Little Grassy 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 Little Grassy 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 Little Grassy Lake?
What does the future look like for Little Grassy Lake? We have some insignt on what to expect for a number of fish species in Little Grassy Lake.
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Controling Authority
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
618-997-3344
IDNR Fisheries Biologist, Luke Nelson
618-985-1112
618-997-3344
IDNR Fisheries Biologist, Luke Nelson
618-985-1112
What is the average air temp for Little Grassy Lake?
Looking forward to your next adventure at Little Grassy 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 79°F (26°C) to a low around 57°F (14°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 Little Grassy Lake?
Enjoy more of the outdoors with a visit to an area state park. There are 5 state parks in the vacinity of Little Grassy Lake.
Giant City State Park
Ferne Clyffe State Park
Trail of Tears State Forest
Lake Murphysboro State Park
Trail of Tears State Park
Little Grassy Lake Reviews
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gene c.
Hoffman Estates, IL
I lived in Cobden for 18 years and fished this lake often. It has very little boat traffic due to the 10 hp motor limit. The back end through the narrows is loaded with lily pads and holds a lot of bass, but navigating the stumps can be tricky. When the water level gets low, a canoe or kayak can be launched from Giant City Campground road and used to find the open water in the pads. Floating weedless frogs and braided line work well. Otherwise, almost every shoreline has water willow, and a purple culprit worm worked outside the edges produced well for me.
Reviewed Dec 11, 2016
andrew p.
Nice lake with good fishing. Not quite as good as Crab Orchard and Devil's Kitchen, but pretty good in its own right.
Reviewed Jun 2, 2011
jack g.
I am surprised there are not some reports on this beautiful old lake in the hill country of Southern Ill. I lived in Central Illinois in the 40s to the 60's and my dad and I used to try to make the nearly 200 mile trip several times a year to fish this lake and its newer neighbor Devils Kitchen.
Little Grassy is a green lake with much standing timber (probably all broken off at water level by now.
It isn't an easy lake to fish but has some very nice bass and from others I hear nice catfish.
When one sees this lake for the first time his thoughts probably go something like mine did. Wow! there must be a big ol' bucketmouth behind every one of those stumps. There isn't, of course, but there should be. I loved fishing this lake whether we caught fish or not because of its beauty. I would like to return sometime.
Reviewed Oct 9, 2001
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Little Grassy Lake...DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
Devils Kitchen Lake | 2.4 mi | 810 | |
Carbondale City Reservoir | 6.6 mi | 135 | |
Crab Orchard Lake | 6.8 mi | 6,965 | |
Herrin Lake #2 | 7.0 mi | 58 | |
Cedar Lake | 7.6 mi | 1,750 | 60 ft |
Herrin Lake #1 | 11.1 mi | 60 | |
Ferne Clyffe Lake | 11.3 mi | 16 | |
Lake of Egypt | 12.5 mi | 2,400 | 52 ft |
State Hospital Lake | 13.7 mi | 25 | 19 ft |
Dutchman Lake | 15.5 mi | 118 |
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