Meadow Lake

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Info / DuPage County

Family Friendly

Yes

Handicap Access

Boat Fishing

Boat Ramps

Boat Rentals

Camping

Picnicking

Skiing

Swimming

Trout Stocking

Zebra Mussels

None

Location 3.3 acres

Get Directions

Meadow Lake Park is located in the southeast corner of Aurora, just west of Route 59. From Route 59, head west on Montgomery Road, and turn right (north) on Meadowbrook Drive. Meadow Lake is about 200 yards north of Montgomery Road. Parking is on the street.

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Fishing Outlook

Bluegill

Good

In the 2020 survey, very few Bluegill were caught compared to the previous survey done. This low catch is most likely due to the water willow provding good cover.The previous survey had an abundant Bluegill population.

Largemouth Bass

Excellent

In our 2020 electrofishing survey, Largemouth Bass were caught at a rate of 102 fish per hour. The average bass was 9.8 inches long Two bass measured longer than 20 inches and weighed over five pounds. Thirty-two percent of the bass were over 12 inches and 18% were longer than 15 inches. Site Regulations 15 inch minimum length, 3 daily creel.

Contact

Fox Valley Park District
630- 897-0516

Plauck, Andrew
IDNR Fisheries Biologist
Send Message
708-403-6951

Description

Meadow Lake is a 3-acre dug retention pond that is part of system of lakes used for storm water retention. The maximum depth is 8 feet. The lake is owned and maintained by the Fox Valley Park District (FVPD) as a community park in a residential setting. The shoreline is mowed in several areas to allow access for shore fishing. The park also contains a playground and basketball court.

Fishery History

Very large, dense mats of water willow protrude out from the shoreline, covering water that is up to 6 feet deep. Water willow provides great cover for small fish and invertebrates, but it hampers fishing access and our ability to effectively sample. Good numbers of Largemouth Bass should provide plenty of action. Heavy fishing line will need to be used if fishing in the areas supporting water willow. Harvest of Common Carp is recommended to reduce abundance of this detrimental species.

Site Regulations

Site-Specific Fishing Regulations:

All Fish: 2 pole and line fishing only and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing
Channel Catfish: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
Large or Smallmouth Bass: 15 inch Minimum Length Limit; 3 Fish Daily Harvest Limit

Additional Information

Planning to eat your catch? Fish Consumption Advisory information can be found here: Fish Consumption Advisory Page