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Willow Lake

Willow Lake is a reservoir in Illinois, near Stephenson County.

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Willow Lake southeast of Coffman Lake is a reservoir in Stephenson County, Illinois. Willow Lake southeast of Coffman Lake covers about 23 acres and holds about 165 acre-feet.

What to Expect at Willow Lake

Willow Lake southeast of Coffman Lake 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 Willow Lake

A reliable current fish list was not found for Willow Lake southeast of Coffman Lake, so it would be wrong to promise a certain species without better proof.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Willow Lake

On a first trip to Willow southeast of Coffman, 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 Willow Lake

Spring around Willow southeast of Coffman 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 Willow southeast of Coffman can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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