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Fishing in Charleston, Illinois, United States

  1. United States
  2. Illinois
  3. Charleston

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54 °F

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8.7 mph SSW

Gusts of 16.06 mph

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Check out the best fishing spots in Charleston, Illinois. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 1,311 catches for Largemouth bass, 387 catches for Channel catfish, 235 catches for White crappie, 196 catches for Bluegill, 160 catches for Black crappie, 84 catches for Freshwater drum Use Fishbrain to view local fishing regulations, read reviews of local fishing spots, and learn what lures are most successful in Charleston. Become a Pro subscriber to see when and where fish are being caught and logged in Fishbrain. Whether you use the free version of Fishbrain or upgrade to Fishbrain Pro, you can find a diverse range of successful fishing spots in Charleston, and get tips on how to increase your fishing success!

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Fishing regulations in Charleston

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 species as of March 7, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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