🐟 What fish can you catch in Rock Island?

Most commonly caught species around Rock Island , IL : Largemouth bass - 6,243 reported catches Bluegill - 939 reported catches Channel catfish - 924 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 664 reported catches Black crappie - 434 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Rock Island fishing reports?

The latest Rock Island , IL fishing reports are: @Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond . @Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond . @Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond . @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 Rock Island, IL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Rock Island, Illinois?

Anglers in Rock Island , IL recommend these top fishing spots: Rock River (IL, WI) , Mississippi River (IL) , Hennepin Canal , Sylvan Slough , Hennepin Canal .

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

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Illinois, United States

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Top fish species in Rock Island

Latest Rock Island fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Brookstone Pond

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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

Brookstone Pond

length · weight

Channel catfish

Lake of the Hills (I-280 Lake)

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Largemouth bass

Brookstone Pond

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Brookstone Pond

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Fishing regulations in Rock Island

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 April 23rd, 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°28′11.6″N 90°34′57.7″W

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FAQ about Rock Island fishing

Anglers in Rock Island, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Rock River (IL, WI), Mississippi River (IL), Hennepin Canal, Sylvan Slough, and Hennepin Canal.

Most commonly caught species around Rock Island, IL:

Largemouth bass - 6,243 reported catches
Bluegill - 939 reported catches
Channel catfish - 924 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 664 reported catches
Black crappie - 434 reported catches

The latest Rock Island, IL fishing reports are:

@Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond.
@Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond.
@Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond.
@Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond.
@Hooked.on.Reel.Baits reported a nice Largemouth bass at Brookstone Pond.

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