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Lake Murphysboro

Anglers must not use more than 2 poles and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing.

A paved roads leading to the lake provide excellent, all weather access.

A well maintained launch provides boat access to the lake. Fishing from small boats fitted with electric or gas motors is the preferred way to fish this lake.

Motor use is limited to a maximum of ten horsepower.

Relax and enjoy the great fishing on this 145-acre lake.



 The Basics


District: Shawnee National Forest
Lake Size: 145 acres / .2 sq. miles
Season: Year round
Fish Types: Bluegill
Channel Catfish
Largemouth Bass
Camping Info: Twenty campsites and 54 trailer sites complete with electricity are available for your enjoyment.


 Directions

This Jackson County lake is located along Illinois State Route 13 approximately 1 mile west of Murphysboro, Illinois.



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Address: 50 Highway 145 South
Harrisburg, IL 62946
Toll-Free: 800-699-6637
Phone: 618-253-7114
Fax: 618-253-1060
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