Illinois Fishing

Charterwood Pond

Charterwood Pond provides Illinois anglers with a highly-regarded spot to pursue quality Lake fishing. Charterwood Pond is located near eastern Illinois at coordinates 40.42, -88.89. The highly-regarded lake provides stable water levels and diverse habitat for Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike. Local anglers frequently report success with Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike at Charterwood Pond.

Lake Illinois 40.4200, -88.8900
Updated 2026-04-29

Location

View on Google Maps 40.4200, -88.8900

Target Species

Largemouth BassLargemouth BassWalleyeWalleyeNorthern PikeNorthern Pike

Fishing Tips

  • During summer heat, Largemouth Bass prefer dam faces in clear conditions.
  • Focus on shallow flats during dusk when Largemouth Bass are active.
  • Focus on dam faces during first light when Largemouth Bass are active.

Fishing Techniques for Charterwood Pond

Medium-action spinning gear paired with 8-12 lb test line covers most situations at this lake. Soft plastics, crankbaits, and live bait rigs all produce consistent results depending on conditions. For Largemouth Bass, try matching the local forage — shad, bluegill, or crawfish patterns work well here.

What to Expect at Charterwood Pond

Fishing pressure is moderate year-round, peaking on weekends and holidays from spring through fall. Weekday trips typically mean fewer crowds and better fishing. The ecosystem here supports healthy populations of Largemouth Bass and Walleye, with good catch rates for prepared anglers.

Regulations

Current Illinois license mandatory. Illinois Department of Natural Resources maintains regulations on their website.

Fishing Tips for Charterwood Pond

Charterwood Small Pond

Brian Lake

Anglers Lake

Frequently Asked Questions

Depth varies across Charterwood Pond. Scout shallow areas and deeper channels for best results.

Many areas of Charterwood Pond allow wade fishing. Check conditions and regulations before heading out.