American Zinc Smelter Company Large Lake Fishing near Hillsboro, Illinois

• Overview

  American Zinc Smelter Company Large Lake sits within Montgomery County in Illinois. The water sits 587 feet up. The water measures roughly 18 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. The closest town, Hillsboro, is 2.1 miles distant. Further out sit Litchfield (8.7 miles) and Mount Olive (13 miles). There is no boundary nearby to worry about.

• Where to Fish on American Zinc Smelter Company Large Lake

  We hold no survey for this water; read the slope of the shoreline instead. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. Species logged across Montgomery County include green sunfish, yellow bullhead and johnny darter. County records show what lives in the area; the local agency holds the water-by-water list. Work American Zinc Smelter Company Large Lake in sections rather than trying to cover it.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-term averages put July at about 77°F and January near 26°F. A long season, with weather mattering more than the month. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to American Zinc Smelter Company Large Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  We hold no note on access for this one. No made access is recorded, so a short walk in is the likely arrangement. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Some banks are open only from a marked point. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. The nearest alternative is Chautauqua Lake, 5 miles out. For American Zinc Smelter Company Large Lake in particular, ask before you travel.