One Horse Gap Lake fishing
One Horse Gap Lake
When fishing in One Horse Gap Lake, it is best to use a variety of techniques, including jigging and live bait. Anglers should also pay attention to water temperature and weather conditions, as this can affect fish behavior.
The best time of year to visit One Horse Gap Lake for fishing is during the spring and fall months, when the average temperature is around 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit. During these times, fish are more active and can be caught more easily.
In addition to fishing, visitors to One Horse Gap Lake can also enjoy hiking along the nearby trails, camping, and picnicking with friends and family. The lake is also close to several other popular fishing spots in the area, including Crab Orchard Lake and Lake of Egypt.
Overall, One Horse Gap Lake is a great place to experience the thrill of fishing in Illinois. With a variety of fish species to catch, beautiful scenery, and plenty of nearby activities, it's no wonder why this lake is a favorite among fishing enthusiasts.
What's biting at One Horse Gap Lake
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of One Horse Gap Lake -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lusk Creek Near Eddyville | 8 cfs | → |
| South Fork Saline River Nr Carrier Mills | 18 cfs | → |
| Ohio River At Old Shawneetown | 259,000 cfs | → |
| Crab Orchard Creek Near Marion | 1 cfs | → |
| Cache River At Forman | 3 cfs | → |
| Ohio River At Metropolis | 444,000 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Pharaoh Campground
- Bear Branch Horse Resort
- High Knob Campground
- Teal Pond Campground
- Red Bud Campground
- Camp Cadiz Campground
Parks
- Nature Preserve Lusk Creek Canyon
- Wilderness Lusk Creek
- Wilderness Garden Of The Gods
- Wilderness Bay Creek
- Wilderness Burden Falls
- Dixon Springs State Park
Reservoirs
Boat launches
- 1st Street Rosiclare
- Front Street Elizabethtown
- Cr-1385 Crittenden County
- Golconda Ferry Road Livingston County
- Main Street Golconda
- Tower Rock Road Hardin County
Paddle runs
- Bridge At Eddyville Blacktop To Confluence With Ohio River At Golconda,Il
- Wallace Cemetery Approx 2.5 Miles Nw Of Herod, Il To Confluence With Ohio River At Golconda Jobs Corp Center
- Source, About 2 Miles East Of Delwood, Il (Sec 10, T11s, R6e) To Bridge At Eddyville Blacktop (Se1/4,Sec.16,T12s, R6e)
- 1 Minle Southwest Of Delwood, Il (Sec. 18, T11s, R13e) To Reesville, 1/4 Mile South Of The Confluence With Sugar Creek
- Russell Cemetery, Approx 1/4 Mile North Of Karbers Ridge Road To Proclamation Boundary, 1 Mile Nw Of Elizabethtown,Il
- 1 Mile West Of Alto Pass, Il To 1/2 Mile South Of Confluence With Clear Creek, West Of Trail Of Tears State Forest
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save One Horse Gap Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About One Horse Gap Lake
What fish species are found at One Horse Gap Lake?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at One Horse Gap Lake -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing One Horse Gap Lake.
How do I get to One Horse Gap Lake?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of One Horse Gap Lake.