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Fishing in Skokie, IL

Illinois, United States

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Smallmouth bass

Fox River

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Largemouth bass

Fox River

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Largemouth bass

Cary Lake (Rotary Park)

22 in · 5 lb 6 oz

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Common carp

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Largemouth bass

Fox River

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Largemouth bass

Bullfrog Lake

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Largemouth bass

Cary Lake (Rotary Park)

21 in · 4 lb

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About Skokie fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Skokie, Illinois. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 53,661 catches for Largemouth bass, 6,648 catches for Bluegill, and 6,628 catches for Smallmouth bass.

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Fishing regulations in Skokie

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 May 1, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Anglers in Skokie, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Skokie Lagoons, River Park, North Shore Channel, Lake Opeka, and Lake Glenview.
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