Fort Massac Fairgrounds Pond

Info / Massac County

Location 1.3 acres

Fairgrounds Pond is located within Fort Massac State Park, overlooking the Ohio River from the southern tip of Illinois. Take Exit 37 off Interstate 24 into Metropolis.
Recent Stocking History
2025 Rainbow Trout Adult 368
2023 Channel Catfish NonVulnerable (8 - 10") 100

Contact

Nelson, Luke
IDNR Fisheries Biologist
Send Message
618-985-1112

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
  • Large or Smallmouth Bass: 18 inch Minimum Length Limit; 1 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
  • Rainbow Trout: Fall Closed Season; Spring Closed Season; 5 Fish Daily Harvest Limit

Additional Information

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