🐟 What fish can you catch in Ophiem?

Most commonly caught species around Ophiem , IL : Largemouth bass - 6,648 reported catches Bluegill - 929 reported catches Channel catfish - 925 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 663 reported catches Black crappie - 469 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Ophiem fishing reports?

The latest Ophiem , IL fishing reports are: @jeffschwankejr reported a nice Largemouth bass at The Henne-Puddle . @trentisfishing reported a nice Largemouth bass . @alexpeck1202 reported a nice Largemouth bass at T Lake . @Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond . @Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond . .

Fishing in Ophiem, IL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Ophiem, Illinois?

Anglers in Ophiem , IL recommend these top fishing spots: Mill Creek , Andover Park Ponds , Renee Lake , Karl Lake , Pope Creek .

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

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Q: What's the biggest Largemouth bass caught in Ophiem?

The biggest Largemouth bass (by length) reported in Ophiem , IL was a 12 ft / 1.4 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @DustinDreifurst at Hennepin Canal on May 15, 2015 .

Q: What's the biggest Bluegill caught in Ophiem?

The biggest Bluegill (by length) reported in Ophiem , IL was a 4 ft / 69 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @brennanreese at Haley Heights Pond on June 6, 2023 .

Q: What's the biggest Channel catfish caught in Ophiem?

The biggest Channel catfish (by length) reported in Ophiem , IL was a 8 ft / 75 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @jguthrie6828 at Windmont Park Lake on July 15, 2018 .

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Top fish species in Ophiem

Latest Ophiem fishing reports

Largemouth bass

The Henne-Puddle

length · weight

Largemouth bass

length · weight

Largemouth bass

T Lake

12 in · 2 lb

Largemouth bass

Brookstone Pond

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Brookstone Pond

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Brookstone Pond

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Brookstone Pond

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Brookstone Pond

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Lake of the Hills (I-280 Lake)

17 in · 3 lb

Largemouth bass

Rice Lake

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Ophiem

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 May 8th, 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

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Aggregate

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

Regulations for

41°15′13.7″N 90°22′57.7″W

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FAQ about Ophiem fishing

Anglers in Ophiem, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Mill Creek, Andover Park Ponds, Renee Lake, Karl Lake, and Pope Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Ophiem, IL:

Largemouth bass - 6,648 reported catches
Bluegill - 929 reported catches
Channel catfish - 925 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 663 reported catches
Black crappie - 469 reported catches

The latest Ophiem, IL fishing reports are:

@jeffschwankejr reported a nice Largemouth bass at The Henne-Puddle.
@trentisfishing reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@alexpeck1202 reported a nice Largemouth bass at T Lake.
@Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond.
@Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond.

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

Plan smarter: Get hour-by-hour fishing weather conditions.
Fish at peak times: Use BiteTime™ predictions to maximize catches.
Stay ahead of the weather: Get hyper-local, real-time updates.

The biggest Largemouth bass (by length) reported in Ophiem, IL was a 12 ft / 1.4 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @DustinDreifurst at Hennepin Canal on May 15, 2015.

The biggest Bluegill (by length) reported in Ophiem, IL was a 4 ft / 69 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @brennanreese at Haley Heights Pond on June 6, 2023.