Size
888ac
Boat Launch
Carry-in Launch
Toilet
No
Boat Dock
Species in Coffeen Lake
Crappie
Largemouth bass
Channel catfish
Bluegill
Blue catfish
Flathead catfish
Perch
Spotted bass
Striped Bass
White bass
Overview
This power plant cooling reservoir produces outstanding largemouth bass action. Crappie, bluegill and redear sunfish are also abundant. 1,100 acres
Coffeen Lake Map
Features
Owned by Central Illinois Public Service Company (C.I.P.S.), the lake and some surrounding land was leased to Illinois Department of Conservation in 1986. The lease grants management authority for public recreational use. White-tail deer, coyote and blue heron can be observed along with other woodland and aquatic animals. Outboard motors are limited to 25 hp. Sailing, swimming and water skiing are prohibited. Special length and creel limits are in effect for largemouth bass and crappie. Check current Illinois regulation handbook for details.
Forage
Small gizzard shad make up the bulk of the forage base. Golden shiner and a variety of young-of-the-year are also used extensively. Insects (and their larvae) and crayfish are important at times of abundance.
Seasonal Movements
No seasonal movements have been observed. There is however, movement to and from hot water for all species throughout the year.
Weather
63°Feels like 63°
81°
59°
81°59°6:19 AM
7:40 PM
0 mph
Northeast
0 in
Rain
29.81 inHg
Rising
MondayMo
81° / 59°
TuesdayTu
83° / 63°
WednesdayWe
86° / 65°
ThursdayTh
85° / 62°
FridayFr
85° / 64°
SaturdaySa
86° / 71°
Moon Phase
August 24, 2026
87% Illumination
waxing gibbous, getting brighter
MondayMo08/24
TuesdayTu08/25
WednesdayWe08/26
ThursdayTh08/27
FridayFr08/28
SaturdaySa08/29
SundaySu08/30
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Top Fish Species
Crappie
5-15 in
Length Range
8 in
Length Range
2025
Surveyed
Abundance (CPUE)
Understanding Abundance
Abundance ratings are based on Catch Per Unit Effort (CPUE) measurements conducted by the MN DNR, and represent a snapshot of a species population at a given point in time
Source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Survey cadence may vary by state and water body.Species Lengths
