Twin Lakes in Saint Charles County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  The Saint Charles County end of Missouri holds Twin Lakes. It sits at 433 feet above sea level. It lies lower than most water we list in Missouri. Nearest town is Winfield, 5.8 miles off. For a city, St. Louis is 33 miles off. In the same area: 0.4 miles out stands Turkey Lake, Bernard Lake some 0.9 miles off, 1.6 miles out stands Horseshoe Lake, Barrett Lake some 3 miles off and 3.3 miles out stands Horseshoe Lake. Rules can differ a short way off, since the county line is near.

• Where to Fish on Twin Lakes

  Nothing in our records gives a depth for this one. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Weed, then depth: that is the order to fish a water of this kind. Public occurrence data for Saint Charles County names common carp, bluegill, green sunfish and channel catfish. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. The shape of Twin Lakes decides where the fish sit.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Average temperature peaks around 78°F in July and bottoms out near 28°F in January. Whether it freezes depends on the year. Some winters give nothing at all, so plan for open water. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. Expect Twin Lakes to follow that timing. A rising level after rain switches things on for a day or two.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing we hold confirms whether access is permitted. A picnic area is mapped about half a mile away. This sits inside Cuivre Island Conservation Area, so read the reserve notices first. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. Failing this one, try Turkey Lake, 0.4 miles away. Check the position at Twin Lakes before loading the car.