Prairie Lake (Jim Edgar Panther Creek)
Illinois DNR lists Prairie Lake at 210 acres at Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area in Cass County. Largemouth bass and bluegill are listed, and muskie are stocked.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Listed by Illinois DNR
Bluegill
Listed by Illinois DNR
Muskellunge
Stocked per Illinois DNR
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Prairie Lake Day Use AreaPublicBoat ramp with a kayak launch; unlimited horsepower but a no-wake zone across the entire lakeDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Prairie Lake (Jim Edgar Panther Creek) 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 Prairie Lake (Jim Edgar Panther Creek) ↗Local tips
- The entire lake is a no-wake zone, so fish quietly and expect slow boat traffic.
- Muskie are stocked, so a few big fish are possible.
- Canoes, kayaks and sailboats are allowed.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.