🐟 What fish can you catch in Amboy?

Most commonly caught species around Amboy , IL : Largemouth bass - 3,336 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 813 reported catches Channel catfish - 624 reported catches Bluegill - 528 reported catches Freshwater drum - 275 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Amboy fishing reports?

The latest Amboy , IL fishing reports are: @Javi_GC reported a nice Largemouth bass . @Javi_GC reported a nice Largemouth bass . @Javi_GC reported a nice Largemouth bass . @Javi_GC reported a nice Yellow bullhead . .

Fishing in Amboy, IL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Amboy, Illinois?

Anglers in Amboy , IL recommend these top fishing spots: Rock River (IL, WI) , Lake Mendota , Green River , Coon Creek , Mendota Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Amboy?

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Illinois, United States

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Top fish species in Amboy

Latest Amboy fishing reports

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Yellow bullhead

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Channel catfish

Coon Creek

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Smallmouth bass

Coon Creek

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Smallmouth bass

Coon Creek

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Freshwater drum

Coon Creek

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Smallmouth bass

Coon Creek

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Fishing regulations in Amboy

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Illinois can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 17th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

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There is no statewide size limit. Daily harvest limit is 6 Bass, either singly or in the aggregate, except as specified under Site-Specific Regulations. Only statewide regulations are shown herein, but you can access Site-Specific Regulations online.

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

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41°43′43.3″N 89°22′6.6″W

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FAQ about Amboy fishing

Anglers in Amboy, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Rock River (IL, WI), Lake Mendota, Green River, Coon Creek, and Mendota Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Amboy, IL:

Largemouth bass - 3,336 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 813 reported catches
Channel catfish - 624 reported catches
Bluegill - 528 reported catches
Freshwater drum - 275 reported catches

The latest Amboy, IL fishing reports are:

@Javi_GC reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@Javi_GC reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@Javi_GC reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@Javi_GC reported a nice Yellow bullhead.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Amboy, IL. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: