Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir

Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir is a reservoir in Fayette County, Illinois. Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir covers about 25 acres and holds about 132 acre-feet.

What to Expect at Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir

Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir was made by holding back a river or creek, making the old channel, bends and quiet coves sensible places to begin.

Fish and Useful Baits at Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir

A reliable current fish list was not found for Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir, so it would be wrong to promise a certain species without better proof.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir

On a first trip to Saint Elmo Old City, check incoming water, one bend in the old channel and a point near deep water with a moving lure, then slow down with a jig or worm where you get a bite.

When to Fish Saint Elmo Old City Reservoir

Spring around Saint Elmo Old City 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 around Saint Elmo Old City can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.