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Green River

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Illinois, United States

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Northern pike

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Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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Northern pike

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General info

Green River is a stream located in Lee County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Bureau County, Illinois. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Largemouth bass, and Northern pike.

Location

41°39′36.9″N 89°31′13.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Green River, IL

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 Green River fishing

the Green River is a stream located in Lee County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Bureau County, Illinois. Its coordinates are:
41°39′36.9″N 89°31′13.6″W
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