Guide To Fishing At Newton Lake
AKA: Newton Reservoir

This 1,700 acre lake is located next to the Newton Power Station in southeast Illinois. Newton Lake offers a variety of fishing opportunities as well as other boating activities.
Pontoon boats, fishing boats, pleasure boats, kayaks and canoes are all welcome, but a 25-horsepower limit is in force for all boats (boats with larger engines are allowed on the lake but must be powered with alternative motors). Bass, catfish and white bass are the primary target of anglers, but crappie and bluegill are often cooperative as well. With 52 miles of shoreline there is plenty of water for everyone to fish. Access to the shoreline for bank fishing is somewhat limited. Try areas around boat ramps or the Newton Lake Conservation Area.
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, bluegill and white bass at Newton Lake in Illinois.
Primary fish species residing in Newton Lake
Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.
Newton Lake Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NO
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NO
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Newton Lake East Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off N 500th Street, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Newton Lake West Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off E 300th Avenue, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
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No Campgrounds Or RV Parks Nearby
Newton Lake IL Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Newton Lake
Newton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
3490 E. 500th Avenue
Newton, IL 62448
618 783-3478
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Newton Lake in Illinois.
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Information about fishing lakes in Illinois
Newton Lake offers bass, catfish and white bass fishing in southeast Illinois.