🐟 What fish can you catch in Chicago?

Most commonly caught species around Chicago , IL : Largemouth bass - 49,442 reported catches Bluegill - 6,420 reported catches Channel catfish - 4,549 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,353 reported catches Common carp - 4,197 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Chicago fishing reports?

The latest Chicago , IL fishing reports are: @OwenJabben reported a nice Green sunfish at Foley’s Pond (Foley Fishing Pond) . @garrett5678 reported a nice Common carp at West Branch Du Page River . @johann.kim reported a nice Smallmouth bass at North Branch Chicago River . @FishSlayer312 reported a nice Largemouth bass at North Branch Canal . @jrmedina2272 reported a nice Black bullhead at Marquette Lagoon . .

Fishing in Chicago, IL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Chicago, Illinois?

Anglers in Chicago , IL recommend these top fishing spots: Wolf Lake , River Park , Calumet Sag Channel , Lake Opeka , Maple Lake .

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

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Illinois, United States

Top fish species in Chicago

Latest Chicago fishing reports

Green sunfish

Foley’s Pond (Foley Fishing Pond)

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Common carp

West Branch Du Page River

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Smallmouth bass

North Branch Chicago River

17 in · 5 lb 3 oz

Largemouth bass

North Branch Canal

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Black bullhead

Marquette Lagoon

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Largemouth bass

Marquette Lagoon

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Coho salmon

Lake Michigan (IN)

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Largemouth bass

Harrier Lake

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FAQ about Chicago fishing

Anglers in Chicago, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Wolf Lake, River Park, Calumet Sag Channel, Lake Opeka, and Maple Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Chicago, IL:

Largemouth bass - 49,442 reported catches
Bluegill - 6,420 reported catches
Channel catfish - 4,549 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,353 reported catches
Common carp - 4,197 reported catches

The latest Chicago, IL fishing reports are:

@OwenJabben reported a nice Green sunfish at Foley’s Pond (Foley Fishing Pond).
@garrett5678 reported a nice Common carp at West Branch Du Page River.
@johann.kim reported a nice Smallmouth bass at North Branch Chicago River.
@FishSlayer312 reported a nice Largemouth bass at North Branch Canal.
@jrmedina2272 reported a nice Black bullhead at Marquette Lagoon.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Chicago, 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: