Fishing Report
Otter Lake Fishing Report
Palmyra, IL
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Oct 27, 2026 at 8:19 AM CDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
39.409834, -89.910882
Est. water temp
72.6°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: Palmyra (Macoupin County, IL).
Today’s bite
Bluegill fishing report
Best window today: 1 PM (Excellent · 100/100)
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Species detail
How to catch them at Otter Lake
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 6-18 ft
Bluegill fishing report →Channel Catfish feed most actively at Night, when activity runs about 36% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 3-10 ft
Channel Catfish fishing report →Largemouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 5-15 ft
Largemouth Bass fishing report →Muskellunge feed most actively at Dusk, when activity runs about 50% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 8-25 ft
Muskellunge fishing report →
Location
Otter Lake · 39.4098, -89.9109
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Otter Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, and Muskellunge in Otter Lake.
When's the best time to fish Otter Lake?
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Otter Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Otter Lake?
Otter Lake is near Palmyra, IL, at 39.4098, -89.9109.
Plan your trip to Otter Lake
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