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Fishing in Freeport, IL

Illinois, United States

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Top fish species in Freeport

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Channel catfish
Channel catfish
Bluegill
Bluegill
Northern pike
Northern pike

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Hornyhead chub

Honey Creek (WI)

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Smallmouth bass

Lake Carroll

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Greengill hybrid

Waddams Creek

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Northern pike

Frog Pond

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Northern pike

Frog Pond

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Northern pike

Frog Pond

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Largemouth bass

Frog Pond

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Largemouth bass

Frog Pond

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Largemouth bass

Frog Pond

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Largemouth bass

Frog Pond

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About Freeport fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Freeport, Illinois. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 2,737 catches for Largemouth bass, 1,524 catches for Smallmouth bass, and 469 catches for Channel catfish.

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Fishing regulations in Freeport

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.

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FAQ about Freeport fishing

Anglers in Freeport, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Pecatonica River (WI), Lake Le-Aqua-Na, Yellow Creek, Krape Park, and South Branch Otter Creek.
Most commonly caught species around Freeport, IL:
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