Randolph County · reservoir · 80 acres
Randolph County Lake
Stocked 13× since 2021 · Illinois DNR
Randolph County Lake is a reservoir in Randolph County, Illinois, stocked with Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout and Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) — 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°
5 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
88°
70°
13 mph
36%
Sat
Rain
76°
67°
18 mph
43%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) | 5,200 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Channel Catfish | 503 | 5.5" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Rainbow Trout | 2,706 | ||
| Jan 1 | Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) | 6,762 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Channel Catfish | 501 | 9" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Rainbow Trout | 2,710 | ||
| Jan 1 | Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) | 4,720 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Channel Catfish | 300 | 5.5" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) | 2,470 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Channel Catfish | 830 | 5.5" | |
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Channel Catfish | 500 | 9" | |
| Jan 1 | Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) | 1,944 | 2" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Channel Catfish | 500 | 5.5" | |
When does Randolph County Lake get stocked?
Going by 13 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
- Morrison Branch0.5 mi
- Tindall Creek1.4 mi
- Gravel Creek2.2 mi
- Birchlers Lake3.1 mi
- Welge Creek2.8 mi
- Wardens Pond4.6 mi
- Little Marys River4.6 mi
- Old River5.5 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.
Randolph County Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Randolph County Lake?+
Randolph County Lake is stocked with Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout and Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) in Randolph County, Illinois, most recently on Jan 1, 2026 by Illinois DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Randolph County Lake get stocked?+
Going by 13 records since 2021, stocking at Randolph County Lake peaks in January. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Randolph County 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 Randolph County Lake?+
Randolph County 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.