🐟 What fish can you catch in Valmeyer?

Most commonly caught species around Valmeyer , IL : Largemouth bass - 11,524 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,247 reported catches Bluegill - 1,783 reported catches Rainbow trout - 947 reported catches Green sunfish - 840 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Valmeyer fishing reports?

The latest Valmeyer , IL fishing reports are: @FireJ4100 reported a nice Spotted bass at Lakeview Park Lake . @corben.wright reported a nice Largemouth bass at Old Fairway Dr Lake . @frankh9306 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Richland Creek . @davechady reported a nice Black crappie at Swansea Clinton Hills Conservation Park . @MattBass07 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Swansea Clinton Hills Conservation Park . .

Fishing in Valmeyer, IL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Valmeyer, Illinois?

Anglers in Valmeyer , IL recommend these top fishing spots: Mississippi River (IL) , Meramec River , Island Lake (Suson Lake 2) , Bee Tree County Park , Joachim Creek .

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

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Illinois, United States

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Top fish species in Valmeyer

Latest Valmeyer fishing reports

Spotted bass

Lakeview Park Lake

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Largemouth bass

Old Fairway Dr Lake

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Largemouth bass

Richland Creek

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Black crappie

Swansea Clinton Hills Conservation Park

7 in · 4 oz

Largemouth bass

Swansea Clinton Hills Conservation Park

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Blue catfish

River's Edge Park

38 in · 24 lb 8 oz

Blue catfish

Baldwin Lake

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Blue catfish

Baldwin Lake

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Blue catfish

Baldwin Lake

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Channel catfish

Baldwin Lake

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Fishing regulations in Valmeyer

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 18th, 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

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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

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38°18′23″N 90°17′52.4″W

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FAQ about Valmeyer fishing

Anglers in Valmeyer, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Mississippi River (IL), Meramec River, Island Lake (Suson Lake 2), Bee Tree County Park, and Joachim Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Valmeyer, IL:

Largemouth bass - 11,524 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,247 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,783 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 947 reported catches
Green sunfish - 840 reported catches

The latest Valmeyer, IL fishing reports are:

@FireJ4100 reported a nice Spotted bass at Lakeview Park Lake.
@corben.wright reported a nice Largemouth bass at Old Fairway Dr Lake.
@frankh9306 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Richland Creek.
@davechady reported a nice Black crappie at Swansea Clinton Hills Conservation Park.
@MattBass07 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Swansea Clinton Hills Conservation Park.

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