Fishing Reports

Crappies, white bass hit fall patterns sooner than usual. A look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on Aug. 30, 2024.

Summer blues: variety of species remain in deep water. A look at the Illinois fishing report on Aug. 16, 2024.

Crappie hanging deeper, bass biting early in day. A look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on Aug. 2, 2024.

Summer lull yet to hit largemouth bass, catfish. Here’s a look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on July 19, 2024.

All species of bass hit action mode in state’s lakes. Here’s a look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on July 8, 2024.

All species of bass hit action mode in state’s lakes. A look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on June 24, 2024.

Fishermen finding more bass as summer water nears. A look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on June 8, 2024.

Crappies, bluegills still biting as spring waters warm. A look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on May 25, 2024.

Bluegill bite strong, channel cats biting statewide. A look at the Illinois fishing report on May 10, 2024.