AXEHEAD LAKE

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 21, 2024

SUMMARY

Axehead Lake is a popular fishing destination in Illinois, USA. The lake is home to various fish species, including bass, catfish, crappie, and bluegill. The nearby area offers plenty of outdoor activities, including hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching. The best time to visit Axehead Lake for fishing is during the spring and fall when water temperatures are cooler, and fish are more active. The average temperature in the spring and fall is around 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit. Fishing tips include using live bait or lures, fishing around structure, and being patient.

FEATURED FISH - BLACK CRAPPIE

It is an abundant species and is important both commercially and as a sport fish. Black crappies are easily caught, often as fast as the hook can be rebaited. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: Though they show a definite family resemblance, they are distinctive enough that they shouldn’t be confused with any other species. The black crappie and the white crappie are most often confused with each other. Despite their common names, both species are the same color (dark olive or black dorsally with silvery sides) and both have spots on the sides. However, the pattern of the spotting is distinctly different. In the black crappie the spots are more or less irregular and scattered while in the white crappie the spots may be more vague and are clearly arranged into 7-9 vertical bars on the sides. Another distinction; the black crappie has 7-8 dorsal spines while the white crappie has only 6, the same number as in its anal fin. In body shape the black crappie’s is somewhat deeper than the white crappie.

FISH SPECIES

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Watershed River Levels

72

Cubic Feet Per Second

168

Cubic Feet Per Second

5

Cubic Feet Per Second

38

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Point of Interest

Robert H Allen Park

Robert H Allen Park

Robert H Allen Park is located in the city of Rockford, Illinois. It is a popular destination for visitors due to its vast expanse of green scenic beauty and numerous recreational opportunities. The park features a variety of amenities, including picnic areas, playgrounds, walking trails, mountain bike trails, and a fishing pond. One of the main attractions of Robert H Allen Park is its extensive trail system, which offers visitors a chance to explore the beautiful natural surroundings. The park has more than six miles of hiking and biking trails that meander through the woods and along the scenic Rock ...