Illinois River from Seneca to North Utica
Shabbona Lake was created in 1975 when the Shabbona Dam was constructed across Indian Creek. The 1,550-acre Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area surrounds the lake. There is no entrance fee, and summ...
Largemouth, Walleye, catfish and Crappie provide most of the action. Flooded strip pits offer interesting structure.
This power plant cooling lake is one of the best hybrid striper lakes in the nation. Also Walleye, catfish and Bluegill.
Top-rated for Smallmouth Bass. Excellent opportunities for boat, shore and wading anglers. Walleye, catfish and Crappie are plentiful. 57 miles mapped.