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River Swale

River Swale is a lake in Illinois, near Mason County.

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River Swale is a lake in Mason County, Illinois. Reliable acreage, depth and storage numbers were not found for River Swale.

What to Expect at River Swale

River Swale is best learned by checking visible cover, incoming water and the first drop into deeper water instead of assuming it fishes like another lake with a similar name.

Fish and Useful Baits at River Swale

A reliable current fish list was not found for River Swale, so it would be wrong to promise a certain species without better proof.

A Simple Fishing Plan for River Swale

On a first trip to River Swale, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

When to Fish River Swale

Spring at River Swale is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at River Swale can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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