Frank Holten Grand Marais Lake

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Info / Counties: St. Clair, St. Clair - Urban

Family Friendly

Handicap Access

Boat Fishing

Yes - 10 hp limit

Boat Ramps

Yes

Boat Rentals

Camping

Picnicking

Yes - More Info

Skiing

Swimming

Trout Stocking

Fall & Spring

Zebra Mussels

Yes, read about invasive species prevention...

Location 97 acres

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Within view of the St. Louis Gateway Arch, Frank Holten State Recreation Area is an ideal destination for outdoor recreation in an urban setting in East St. Louis.

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Recent Stocking History

2026	Bluegill x Green Sunfish	Advanced Fingerling (4 - 7")	2500
2026	Bluegill x Green Sunfish	Fingerling (1 - 3")	2500
2026	Channel Catfish	Advanced Fingerling (4 - 7")	4850
2026	Rainbow Trout	Adult	2240
2025	Channel Catfish	Adult	322

Contact

Mendenhall, Olivea
IDNR Fisheries Biologist
3321 Highway 111 Granite City, IL 62040
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Office: (618) 931-0270; Work Cell: (217) 730-6968

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; bow fishing is allowed.
Channel Catfish: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
Large or Smallmouth Bass: 14 inch Minimum Length Limit; 6 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

Bath Map

Bath Map: Frank Holten Main Lake