STERLING LAKE

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 23, 2024

SUMMARY

Sterling Lake fishing area is located in Sterling, Illinois, and is known for an abundance of fish species including bass, catfish, crappie, and bluegill. Nearby activities include hiking, picnicking, and camping with scenic views of the lake. Fishing tips include using live bait, fishing near the bottom or near structure, and using lures that mimic local baitfish. The best time of year to visit is during the spring and fall with average temperatures ranging from 50-70 degrees Fahrenheit. Overall, Sterling Lake is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers.

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

  • Image Alt Largemouth Bass


  • Image Alt Bluegill


  • Image Alt Channel Catfish


  • Image Alt Black Crappie


  • Image Alt Muskellunge


  • Image Alt Walleye


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Watershed River Levels

62

Cubic Feet Per Second

11100

Cubic Feet Per Second

1380

Cubic Feet Per Second

3930

Cubic Feet Per Second

Point of Interest

Nature Preserve Volo Bog

Nature Preserve Volo Bog

Nature Preserve Volo Bog is located in the state of Illinois, not Tennessee. It is a unique and beautiful natural area that attracts visitors from all over the region. There are many reasons to visit this preserve, including its status as one of only a few remaining quaking bogs in the country, its diverse range of flora and fauna, and its excellent hiking trails. One of the main points of interest at Volo Bog is the boardwalk that winds through the heart of the bog. This boardwalk offers visitors an up-close and personal look at the plant and animal life ...