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20 ft

Up to 3 people

3 Pound Fishing Guide Service – Lake of Egypt

5.0/5 (29 reviews)
Marion
Book your next trip with 3 Pound Fishing Guide Service! Your guide for the day is Captain Matt, giving you access to years of fishing experience.

"The motto of Matt Mavigliano at 3 Pound Fishing Guide Service is to provide 110 percent effort to help guests have the best time possible fishing." —⁠ Tim,
Trips from
US $350
Trips from
US $350

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Fishing in Lake of Egypt

Lake of Egypt fishing charters offer unparalleled access to one of Southern Illinois’ premier angling destinations, a 2,300-acre reservoir celebrated for its trophy bass and abundant panfish. Nestled within the Shawnee National Forest near Marion, this privately owned lake combines scenic beauty—90 miles of forested shoreline and rolling hills—with consistently warm, clear waters ideal for year-round fishing. The lake’s status as a cooling reservoir for a nearby power plant sustains optimal temperatures, creating a prolific ecosystem where fish thrive across seasons.

Anglers target Lake of Egypt primarily for its legendary largemouth bass, with frequent catches exceeding trophy size, particularly near submerged structures and coves during spring and fall. The lake also delivers exceptional crappie fishing, with both black and white varieties schooling around brush piles and fallen timber—especially prolific during spring spawning. Bluegill and channel catfish add diversity; the former provides family-friendly action along shorelines, while catfish congregate near deeper channels and the dam. Hybrid bass record-holders further underscore the lake’s reputation for quality catches.

Charters leverage the lake’s angler-friendly layout, where designated zones minimize recreational traffic while maximizing access to prime habitats. Modern electronics like LiveScope enable precise targeting of submerged structures, brush piles, and creek channels that hold concentrations of fish. With professional guides providing boats, tackle, and expertise, Lake of Egypt fishing charters simplify the pursuit of personal bests in a setting that balances productivity with serene natural beauty.

Lake of Egypt

4.9/5
Based on 29,429 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

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