Dutchman Lake
Dutchman Lake is a 118-acre lake in Shawnee National Forest in Johnson County, reached by Forest Road 400 near Vienna. It is known for bass, catfish and panfish.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Dutchman Lake gravel boat launchRampGravel launch at the end of Forest Road 400; no restrooms or drinking waterDirections ↗
- ShorelinePublicBank fishing availableDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the IDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Dutchman Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Illinois Department of Natural Resources ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Dutchman Lake ↗Local tips
- Bring water and supplies; there are no restrooms or potable water.
- Live bait and stores are in nearby Vienna.
- Anglers may use up to 2 poles with 2 hooks or lures each.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.