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BAKERS LAKE
Lake Information
County: LaSalle
Acreage: 8
Average Depth: 2.00 feet
Recreational Amenities
Boat Fishing? None
Boat Ramps? No
Boat Rental? No
Skiing? No
Swimming? No
There are no zebra mussels in this lake.
Fish Stocking | |||
Year |
Species |
Size |
Count |
2023 |
Channel Catfish |
Advanced Fingerling 4 - 7" |
200 |
2024 |
Channel Catfish |
Advanced Fingerling 4 - 7" |
120 |
Additional information for stocking on Bakers Lake
Fishing Outlook ( Full PDF Report )
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Species |
Rank |
Fish Status |
Fair | Bakers lake historically has had ups and downs with Bluegill populations, which have coincided with Largemouth bass population densities. The Bluegill population continues to lack in numbers of quality-sized, 6-inch and larger fish. Reduced aquatic vegetation will help to reduce bluegill numbers overall and provide better food and space resources for the remaining fish. | |
Average | The 2024 sample showed that the Largemouth population is strong; the dominate size group collected in 2024 was in the 12–15-inch size group. Catch rates for fish greater than 12 increased from the 2021 survey. Reduced aquatic vegetation would help the Largemouth Bass feed on the abundant small Bluegill. | |
Good | Despite Baker’s Lake being a shallow lake in northern Illinois, the Redear Sunfish population has improved since they were first stocked in 1999. Redear accounted for 13% of all fish sampled. The abundant snail population is providing excellent food for Redear Sunfish. The current size distribution is going to provide for quality fishing in the future. | |
Location: Bakers Lake is a small 8-acre lake located just off Airport Road in Peru within Baker Park.
Description: Bakers Lake is owned by the city of Peru and the Fishery is managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Division of Fisheries. A picnic area, shelters and restrooms are available for use at the lake.
Additional Lake Information: All Fish: 2 Pole and Line Fishing Only
Site Regulations:
Large or Smallmouth Bass: 1 fish daily limit over 14 inches
Bluegill or Redear Sunfish: Statewide Regulations
Channel Catfish: 6 fish daily limit
Contact Information: City of Peru Franklin Creek State Natural Area 136 East Chestnut Street815-223-0061 ext 2314IDNR Fisheries Biologist: David Wyffels 630-360-4185