Olan Bullock Lake Fishing in Hamilton County, Illinois

• Overview

  Within Hamilton County, Illinois, you have Olan Bullock Lake. It stands 469 feet above sea level. Surface area runs to about 14 acres — small enough to read in one session. McLeansboro is the closest place, 8 miles off. Wayne City is 12 miles away, with Ina at 14 miles. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank. Across the county the count runs to three.

• Where to Fish on Olan Bullock Lake

  No published figure covers depth, so learn it as you fish. Inflow corners move water, and moving water gathers fish. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Species logged across Hamilton County include green sunfish, bluegill, slough darter and black bullhead. The county figures include rivers and lakes alike. The near bank of Olan Bullock Lake is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 78°F, while January sits near 30°F. The calendar is generous: something works in nearly every month. It is not guaranteed from one year to the next. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Olan Bullock Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Our records carry no access rule either way. Nothing in the way of made access shows up nearby: no ramp, no car park, no path. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. Centerville Mens Club Lake sits 8.5 miles off and takes the overflow. Signs at Olan Bullock Lake carry more weight than any list.