Randolph County · reservoir · 1,875 acres
Baldwin Lake
Stocked 16× since 2021 · Illinois DNR
Baldwin Lake is a reservoir in Randolph County, Illinois, stocked with Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Redear Sunfish and Striped Bass x White Bass (Wiper) — most recently on Jan 1, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Illinois DNR; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
86°
66°
6 mph
0%
Fri
Showers
88°
70°
14 mph
38%
Sat
Rain
76°
67°
12 mph
59%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 28,302 | 2" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 10,832 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Striped Bass x White Bass (Wiper) | 20,117 | 2" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Black Crappie | 49,226 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 13,555 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Redear Sunfish | 37,400 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Striped Bass x White Bass (Wiper) | 5,005 | 2" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Black Crappie | 5,464 | 5.5" | |
| Jan 1 | Black Crappie | 22,355 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 20,448 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Redear Sunfish | 50,000 | 2" | |
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Black Crappie | 36,209 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 20,024 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Redear Sunfish | 62,883 | 2" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Black Crappie | 29,228 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Redear Sunfish | 52,082 | 2" | |
When does Baldwin Lake get stocked?
Going by 16 records since 2021, stocking here peaks in January.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Nearby waters
- Smith Lake0.7 mi
- Doza Creek1.7 mi
- Hilltop Lake2.9 mi
- Richland Creek2.7 mi
- Round Pond3.1 mi
- Hentzels Lake3.6 mi
- Brushy Lake4.1 mi
- Sawmill Lake4.3 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official IL regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Baldwin Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Baldwin Lake?+
Baldwin Lake is stocked with Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Redear Sunfish and Striped Bass x White Bass (Wiper) in Randolph County, Illinois, most recently on Jan 1, 2026 by Illinois DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Baldwin Lake get stocked?+
Going by 16 records since 2021, stocking at Baldwin Lake peaks in January. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Baldwin Lake?+
Yes — Illinois requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Baldwin Lake?+
Baldwin Lake is a reservoir in Randolph County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Illinois DNR · updated Jan 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.