The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake of Egypt
Johnson County, Illinois · 2,300 acres (3.6 sq mi)
66°F water, calm tomorrow morning.
About Lake of Egypt
In Johnson County, Illinois, Lake of Egypt covers 2,300 acres; it is a reservoir. Lake of Egypt is a 2,300-acre reservoir in southern Illinois known for its largemouth bass fishing.
From end to end it runs about 5.4 miles with roughly 39 miles of shoreline. The water sits about 500 ft above sea level. The deepest water is about 52 ft, with an average depth near 18 ft. The nearest town, Goreville, is about 2.5 miles southwest.
- Size
- 2,300 acres (3.6 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 52 ft (average 18 ft)
- Shoreline
- About 39 miles
- End to end
- About 5.4 miles
- Elevation
- About 500 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- County
- Johnson County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise · wind 3 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 3 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise · wind 1 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 3 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in Lake of Egypt
Anglers come to Lake of Egypt for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish, catfish and striped bass. At 66°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Fall feed. They chase baitfish into creeks and coves.
- GoodSmallmouth bass
Prime range. Rocky points, humps and drop-offs.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- FairBluegill and sunfish
Warming. Shallow, sunny pockets in the afternoon.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:33 am · sunset 4:45 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake of Egypt
- Gorevilleabout 2.5 mi southwest
- Marionabout 7.3 mi north
- Viennaabout 10 mi south
- Crainvilleabout 11 mi northwest
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Questions about Lake of Egypt
What fish are in Lake of Egypt?
Lake of Egypt holds largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish, catfish and striped bass. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake of Egypt?
About 52 ft at the deepest point, about 18 ft on average. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Lake of Egypt?
2,300 acres, with about 39 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake of Egypt?
Goreville is about 2.5 miles southwest; Marion is about 7.3 miles north.
What is the water temperature at Lake of Egypt today?
The surface was about 66°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake of Egypt on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
