Lake of Egypt is located in southern Illinois, not Wisconsin. Here is a summary of the Lake of Egypt fishing area:

Lake of Egypt is a popular fishing destination in southern Illinois known for its largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish. The lake covers over 2,300 acres and has over 90 miles of shoreline, making it a great place for anglers to explore.

In addition to fishing, there are plenty of other activities nearby, including hiking, camping, and boating. The Shawnee National Forest is just a short drive away and offers numerous hiking trails and scenic overlooks.

Fishing tips for Lake of Egypt include using live bait such as minnows or worms for crappie and catfish, and using topwater lures for largemouth bass. The best time of year to visit is during the spring and fall when water temperatures are cooler and fish are more active.

During the spring (March - May), the average temperature is around 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit, and in the fall (September - November), the average temperature is around 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit. It's important to dress accordingly and check the weather forecast before heading out on the water.

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.