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Pyramid State Park - Bluebill Lake

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Info / Perry County

Family Friendly

No

Handicap Access

No

Boat Fishing

Yes - Carry-in only and no wake

Boat Ramps

No

Boat Rentals

No

Camping

Yes - More Info

Picnicking

Yes - More Info

Skiing

No

Swimming

No

Trout Stocking

No

Zebra Mussels

None

Location 30 acres

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Pyramid State Park is located southwest of Pinckneyville in Perry County.  Bluebill Lake is within the Galum Unit of the park, which can be accessed from Panda Bear Road.
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Fishing Outlook

Bluegill

Very Good

Relatively few Bluegill were collected during the 2023 electrofishing survey. However, one individual was 8.75" in length, indicating excellent growth potential for Bluegill in the lake. Given the clear water conditions and timing of the survey (late summer), it is likely that most larger Bluegill were in deep water and not susceptible to electrofishing.

Largemouth Bass

Good

The 2023 electrofishing survey yielded a high abundance of bass between 10 and 14 inches, which is typical of a lake with big Bluegill present.

Contact

Pyramid State Park
618-357-2574
Abell, Nicholas
IDNR Fisheries Biologist
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Description

Bluebill lake is a 30-acre strip mine lake located east of Super Lake and directly south of Ringneck Lake.  There is no boat launch, but the lake can be accessed by a short, well-maintained trail leading from the parking area.  Shoreline access for bank anglers is limited due to dense phragmites and other riparian vegetation.  The best way to fish Bluebill Lake is with a canoe or kayak.

Fishery History

Bluebill lake harbors a quality fishery for Bluegill and Redear Sunfish, which frequently exceed 8 inches in length and provide quality angling opportunities for those that can access the lake with portable watercraft. Largemouth Bass are abundant, but generally do not exceed 14 inches in length due to stunting.

Site Regulations

There is no motor horsepower limit at Pyramid, however all boats must be operated at no-wake speed. 

Fishing is prohibited from November 1 through the last day of February.

Site-Specific Fishing Regulations:

  • Recreational Use Restriction: Waterfowl Refuge or Hunting Area (see above)
  • All Fish: 2 pole and line fishing only and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing; bow fishing is allowed
  • Bluegill or Redear Sunfish: 25 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
  • Channel Catfish: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
  • Large or Smallmouth Bass: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit (statewide regulation)
  • White, Black, or Hybrid Crappie: 25 Fish Daily Harvest Limit

Additional Information

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