Chain O Lakes?

[jsbz]

I am looking for new places to fish and was considering the chain o lakes.  I have never been up that way and was wondering if its worth the trip and if so where is a good place to start?

[Gillgrabber]

Try contacting Triangle Bait shop in Antioch.  They know where the fish are biting:  http://www.merchantcircle.com/business/Triangle.Sports.And.Marine.847-395-0813

[jsbz]

Thanks Gill..............Hows the ice up that way?

[crappie66]

I was on Pistakee Tuesday afternoon for a couple hours.  Ice was at least 12 inches, drilled a lot of holes (wishing I had gas auger).  Didn't catch much other than a few drum.

[p302stang]

 the chain has been slow you realy need to work to get them right now but theres lots of good fish to be had when it's on.

[Gadget Geek]

I hit pistakee a week ago with my buddy and we really hammerd the gills. I'll post a pic of catch tomorrow.

[Ox]

Thanks for posting this topic.  I, too, am looking for areas on the Chain O' Lakes to ice fish.  Can anyone give some areas in more detail where ice fisherman congregate on the chain that is not only safe, but productive over the past few years?  I realize giving away your special spots isn't that popular, however if you can tell us some lake areas in general, I think many out here would appreciate it.  The chain is a tricky little stretch of water with the "river running through it."  So, finding safe areas for new ice fisherman would much appreciated.  Thanks in advance.