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Anglers must not use more than 2 poles and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing.
Largemouth Bass and Channel Catfish: 6 fish daily creel limit
Largemouth Bass: 15 minimum length
An unimproved boat launch provides boat access to the lake. Fishing from small carry in boats fitted with electric motors is the preferred way to fish this lake.
Relax and enjoy the seclusion of this 13-acre lake.
Fishing
Fish:
Largemouth Bass Channel Catfish Bluegill
Details
Size:
13 acres
Season:
Year round
Camping Info
A primitive camping site is located in a pine stand approximately 1/4 mile from the lakeshore. There are no restroom facilities at thise site.
Amenities
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Travel north from Elizabethtown on Illinois Route 146 past the Elizabethtown Ranger Station to Forest Service Route 3. Head north on Forest Service Route 3, paved road, approximately 3 miles to Forest Service Route 1736, a gravel road, leading to Whoopie Cat Lake. The lake is approximately 1/4 mile from Whoopie Cat Lake.
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