Guide To Fishing At Lake Taylorville

AKA: Taylorville Reservoir

Lake Taylorville Marina and Kiwanis Park are two popular stops at Lake Taylorville, a 1,300-acre lake in the central part of the state, 2 miles southeast of Taylorville. Boating and fishing are the favored activities here while experiencing more than 25 miles of shoreline.

Within these waters bass, crappie, sauger, catfish and a variety of sunfish thrive in good numbers. Cabins, campgrounds, RV hookups, boat launch ramps and bait are all available at the lake.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, white crappie, sauger, bluegill, green sunfish and warmouth at Lake Taylorville in Illinois.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Taylorville

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Taylorville Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: NEARBY

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Lake Taylorville Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, off W Shore Drive, this is a six-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.

Marinas

Lake Taylorville Marina
101 Sweeney Dr
Taylorville, IL 62568
217 824-5606

Click here for a Illinois Fishing License.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Lake Taylorville Marina Campground - 217 824-5606

Lake Taylorville IL Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

Lake Video

Contact Information

Lake Taylorville
Lake Taylorville, Illinois
101 Sweeney Dr
Taylorville, Illinois 62568
217 824-5606

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