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Striped bass

42 in · 28 lb

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Largemouth bass

19 in · 2 lb 6 oz

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Channel catfish

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Muskie

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Muskie

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Channel catfish

27 in · 7 lb

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General info

West Fork Otter Creek is a stream located in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Sangamon County, Illinois. It is most popular for fishing Muskie, Channel catfish, and Striped bass.

Location

39°27′51.3″N 89°54′1.3″W
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When are Striped Bass biting on West Fork Otter Creek?

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Fishing regulations at West Fork Otter Creek, 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Muskie

Muskie

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters
Bag limit1

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size36" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Aggregate limit1

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Additional information
All Muskellunge and Muskellunge hybrids (Tiger Muskie) taken must be 36-inches total length or longer, except as specified under Site-Specific Regulations. No more than 1 Muskellunge or Muskellunge hybrid (Tiger Muskie) may be taken per day, except as specified under Site-Specific Regulations. Only statewide regulations are shown herein, but you can access Site-Specific Regulations online.
Synonyms
Esox masquinongy
Season open: year-round
Channel catfish

Channel catfish

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters
Additional information
There are no harvest or size limits except in those waters listed under Site-Specific Regulations. 
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Channel Catfish by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Ictalurus punctatus
Season open: year-round
Striped bass

Striped bass

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit3

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Additional information
No minimum size limit. There are no daily harvest limits for Striped Bass, White Bass, Yellow Bass, or their hybrids, which are less than 17-inches total length, except in those waters listed under Site-Specific Regulations. For these fish 17-inches total length or longer, the daily limit is 3 fish, either singly or in the aggregate.Mississippi River between Illinois and Missouri aggregate daily bag limit = 30 Striped Bass, White Bass, Yellow Bass, or their hybrids, either singly or in the aggregate (regardless of size).Mississippi River between Illinois and Iowa aggregate daily bag limit = 25 Striped Bass, White Bass, Yellow Bass, or their hybrids, either singly or in the aggregate (regardless of size). Please review Site-Specific Regulations online.
Synonyms
Morone saxatilis
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FAQ about West Fork Otter Creek fishing

📍 Where is the West Fork Otter Creek located?
the West Fork Otter Creek is a stream located in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Sangamon County, Illinois. Its coordinates are:
39°27′51.3″N 89°54′1.3″W
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🎣 Where on the West Fork Otter Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the West Fork Otter Creek by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the West Fork Otter Creek?
The most common species in the West Fork Otter Creek are:
  • Muskie - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Channel catfish - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Striped bass - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest West Fork Otter Creek fishing reports?
The latest West Fork Otter Creek fishing reports are:
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the West Fork Otter Creek?

Fishing in Illinois requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident, non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination licenses, purchasable online or at licensed agents.

In Illinois, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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