Washington County Lake
Washington County Lake is in Washington County State Recreation Area, about four miles south of Nashville. The lake covers about 248 acres.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
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.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Washington County State Recreation AreaPublicPublic lake access at 18500 Conservation Drive, Nashville. Phone 618-327-3137.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 Washington County 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 Washington County Lake ↗Local tips
- Call 618-327-3137 for current ramp and lake conditions.
- Check the fishing guide for limits.
- Fish the shoreline cover early in the day.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.