🐟 What fish can you catch in Belvidere?

Most commonly caught species around Belvidere , IL : Largemouth bass - 15,909 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,197 reported catches Bluegill - 1,871 reported catches Northern pike - 1,589 reported catches Channel catfish - 1,312 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Belvidere fishing reports?

The latest Belvidere , IL fishing reports are: @DJCB_Dave reported a nice Northern pike at South Lake (Three Oaks Recreation Area) . @DJCB_Dave reported a nice Northern pike at South Lake (Three Oaks Recreation Area) . @RiverRunner reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Belvidere Park . @joelewis4938 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Braewood . @joelewis4938 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Braewood . .

Fishing in Belvidere, IL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Belvidere, Illinois?

Anglers in Belvidere , IL recommend these top fishing spots: Kishwaukee River , Pierce Lake , Candlewick Lake , Olson Lake , Willow Creek .

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

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Top fish species in Belvidere

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Northern pike

South Lake (Three Oaks Recreation Area)

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Northern pike

South Lake (Three Oaks Recreation Area)

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Smallmouth bass

Belvidere Park

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Largemouth bass

Lake Braewood

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Largemouth bass

Lake Braewood

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Common carp

Rock River (IL, WI)

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Smallmouth bass

Kishwaukee River

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Smallmouth bass

Kishwaukee River

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Freshwater drum

Rock River (IL, WI)

13 in · 1 lb

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Silver redhorse

Rock River (IL, WI)

21 in · 3 lb

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Fishing regulations in Belvidere

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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 species as of April 23, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Belvidere fishing

Anglers in Belvidere, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Kishwaukee River, Pierce Lake, Candlewick Lake, Olson Lake, and Willow Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Belvidere, IL:

Largemouth bass - 15,909 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,197 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,871 reported catches
Northern pike - 1,589 reported catches
Channel catfish - 1,312 reported catches

The latest Belvidere, IL fishing reports are:

@DJCB_Dave reported a nice Northern pike at South Lake (Three Oaks Recreation Area).
@DJCB_Dave reported a nice Northern pike at South Lake (Three Oaks Recreation Area).
@RiverRunner reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Belvidere Park.
@joelewis4938 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Braewood.
@joelewis4938 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Braewood.

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