FISHING AREA: Weldon Springs is a 29-acre, spring-fed lake, which ranges in depth from 10 to 28 feet. The water in the lake is constantly fed by the same source that feeds the springs. The shoreline is 2 miles long and has bank fishing platforms available and a boat launching ramp. Anglers may rent boats on site and only electric boat motors are allowed. Disabled visitors will find a fishing dock available for them. Nature has provided the area with a wide variety of hardwood tree species, beautiful wildflowers and a variety of wildlife. Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy picnicking, fishing, wildlife carving, amphitheaters, trails, and the springs. The lake is located southeast of Clinton in Dewitt County. The State Recreation Area is located south of Illinois Route 10 and east of Illinois Route 51.
WATER CONDITIONS: Good; Drop in a line this weekend and enjoy catching fish with your family or friends.
FISH: Bluegill ... Fair to Good; on wax worms and red worms along weed edges.
FISH: Bass ... Fair to Slow; on plastics around timber and some on topwater baits along weeds late in the day.
FISH: Catfish ... Fair; on crawler,liver, and dip bait.
NOTE: Angie & Larry concessions is open. Stop in to see them for fishing updates. Stop by the Concessions Gooseneck Restaurant for their Great Food - they have bait and more too.
NOTES: Reported by Larry's Fishing Hole on the Web.