Moorman Park Lake
Info / Adams County
Family Friendly
Yes
Handicap Access
Yes
Boat Fishing
Yes - Paddle Boat Rental Only
Boat Ramps
No
Boat Rentals
Yes - Paddle Boat Rental Only
Camping
No
Picnicking
Yes - More Info
Skiing
No
Swimming
No
Trout Stocking
No
Zebra Mussels
None
Location 1 acres
Fishing Outlook
Largemouth Bass
Average
The Largemouth Bass fishery is characterized by a high density of small fish ranging from 10-13".
Channel Catfish
Average
IDNR Fisheries stocked Channel Catfish in September 2025.
Bluegill
Good
Bluegill sampled in historic electrofishing surveys have measured 7" and longer.
Redear Sunfish
Very Good
Redear Sunfish sampled in historic electrofishing surveys have measured 8" and longer.
Black Crappie
Average
Black Crappie are present in the lake with fish sampled measuring up to 8". Angler accounts indicate that larger crappie are present.
| 2025 | Channel Catfish | Advanced Fingerling (4 - 7") | 159 |
| 2025 | Redear Sunfish | Fingerling (1 - 3") | 604 |
Contact
IDNR Fisheries Biologist
IDNR Pittsfield Field Office 1252 West Washington Street Pittsfield, IL 62363
Send Message
(217) 622-7219
349 W. Birchwood, Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-7429
Description
Moorman Park features playground equipment added in 2011, baseball/softball hitting machines, miniature golf, concession stand, drinking fountains, restrooms, and shelter houses with electricity, grills and picnic tables. Moorman Park also features a lake for fishing and paddle boats, as well as baseball fields, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, a disc golf course, an archery range and a one-mile path for walking/jogging.Fishery History
Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Redear Sunfish, Green Sunfish, and Channel Catfish are present in this lake.Site Regulations
Statewide fishing regulations apply.
Site-Specific Fishing Regulations:
- Large or Smallmouth Bass: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit (statewide regulation)
Additional Information
Paddleboats & Kayaks: Paddleboat rentals are located in this same area on Moorman Lake. Four seat boats are available for rent. Youth 12 and under must ride with an adult (over 18 years old).
Summer Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. to Sunset, Sunday Noon to Sunset. Spring/Fall Hours: Monday – Friday 3:30 p.m. to Sunset, Saturday 10 a.m. to Sunset, Sunday Noon to Sunset.
Planning to eat your catch? Fish Consumption Advisory information can be found here: Fish Consumption Advisory Page