Raccoon Lake
Raccoon Lake is about two miles northeast of Centralia in Marion County. The City of Centralia owns it, and it is shallow, averaging about 4 feet.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Raccoon Lake marina and rampRamp820 Country Club Rd, Centralia.Directions ↗
- Fishing dockPublicPartly ADA accessible.Directions ↗
- 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 Raccoon 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 Raccoon Lake ↗Local tips
- The lake is shallow, so use light line and weedless baits.
- Muddy water is common, so try bright or noisy lures.
- A powerboat race is held each year, so expect crowds then.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.