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Lake Summerset

Illinois
1.10 km²
42.4524, -89.3960
12 species
NHD 137423458
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About Lake Summerset

Lake Summerset is a natural lake or pond in Illinois, United States. It covers approximately 1.10 km² (271 acres). The lake centroid is located at 42.4524° N, 89.3960° W. 12 fish species are commonly found in waters like this one, including 1 introduced species. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
May – September
Ice-off through early fall
Natural lake
Medium
Great for a day trip
Species diversity
Diverse
12 species in this region
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Lake Summerset

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 11h 31m
Dawn11:33
Sunrise12:01
Sunset23:32
Dusk00:00

Bite windows today

  • Dawn11:03 – 13:01Excellent
  • Morning13:01 – 17:46Good
  • Midday17:46 – 20:32Calm
  • Afternoon20:32 – 22:32Good
  • Dusk22:32 – 00:30Excellent
  • Night00:30 – 11:03Good
Moon: 13% · waning↑ 08:42

Fish species

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Lake Summerset?

Species you can expect in or near Lake Summerset include Crappie, Yellow Perch, Blue Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, and others. The list is based on species present in Illinois waters and GBIF occurrence records.

How big is Lake Summerset?

Lake Summerset covers approximately 1.10 square kilometres (271 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Lake Summerset located?

Lake Summerset is located in Illinois, United States, with its centroid at 42.4524°, -89.3960°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF