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CARLTON, LAKE
Lake Information
County: Whiteside
Acreage: 70
Average Depth: 11.25 feet
Shoreline Length: 2.8 miles
Recreational Amenities
Boat Fishing? 10hp
Boat Ramps? Yes
Boat Rental? Yes
Skiing? No
Swimming? No
Picnicking? Yes
Camping? Yes
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There are no zebra mussels in this lake.
Fish Stocking | |||
Year |
Species |
Size |
Count |
2023 |
Channel Catfish |
Advanced Fingerling 4 - 7" |
2200 |
2023 |
Muskellunge |
Adult |
78 |
2023 |
Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) |
Fingerling 1 - 3" |
10197 |
2024 |
Channel Catfish |
Advanced Fingerling 4 - 7" |
2200 |
2024 |
Walleye x Sauger (Saugeye) |
Fingerling 1 - 3" |
10851 |
Additional information for stocking on Carlton, Lake
Fishing Outlook ( Full PDF Report )
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Species |
Rank |
Fish Status |
Good | The Bluegill population contains numerous fish up to 7 inches with the potential to catch fish up to 8 inches. | |
Average | The Largemouth Bass population is dominated by 12- 14 inch fish. These fish have good weights and are in good overall health. Trophy potential is low, but good catch rates can be expected at Lake Carlton. Age and growth data confirms good growth until age 5, 13 inches, and slowed growth after age 5. | |
Very Good | Muskie are stocked in Lake Carlton to provide a top line predator species. Muskie are stocked at a rate of 1 fish per acre every other year. Muskie ranging from 30–38 inches are the dominate size group. | |
Good | Redear numbers have improved over the past 2 years and good numbers of 7 inch and larger individuals will be available. | |
Excellent | Saugeye fishing will continue to be good, but fishing for them takes some dedication. Good numbers of fish in the 14-22 inches long size range are available. Spring samples have averaged 76 fish/hr for the past 4 years. Numbers for fish over 22 inches have been steady at 10 fish/hr. | |
Location: Lake Carlton is in Morrison-Rockwood State Park, north of Morrison in Whiteside County.
Description: Lake Carlton is a watershed impoundment constructed in 1969 by building a 38-foot high, 1,800-foot long earthen dam across a stream. The lake was named in memory of L. Carlton Anderson, a local citizen who actively promoted the park and was an important civic and conservation leader. Lake Carltons average depth is 12 feet, with a maximum depth of 24 feet. It has a shoreline of 2.9 miles with plenty of room for shore anglers. The lake has a 2-lane concrete boat ramp. All boats must operate at NO WAKE.
History and Status of the Sport Fishery: Initial stocking of the lake was completed in 1970 and the lake is managed to maintain a plentiful fishing variety. Anglers may catch largemouth bass, black crappie, channel catfish, redear sunfish, bluegill, muskie, yellow perch and saugeye.
Additional Lake Information: All Fish: 2 Pole and Line Fishing Only. All live bait in excess of 8" must be rigged with a quick set rig.
Fishing Regulations:
Large or Smallmouth Bass: 1 fish daily limit; 14˝ minimum length limit
Bluegill or Redear Sunfish: No daily limit or minimum length limit
Channel Catfish: 6 fish daily limit
Pure Muskellunge: 1 fish daily limit; 36˝ minimum length limit
Walleye, Sauger, or Saugeye: 6 fish daily limit; 14˝ minimum length limit
White, Black, or Hybrid Crappie: 25 fish daily limit
Contact Information: Morrison Rockwood State Park 18750 Lake Road815-772-4708IDNR Fisheries Biologist, David Wyffels630-360-4185
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