Menominee River (IL)

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Illinois, United States

4.0·6 catches

Logged catches

4.0

Top fish species at Menominee River (IL)

Smallmouth bass

Walleye

Bluegill

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Menominee River (IL) fishing reports

Walleye

24 in · 5 lb

Bluegill

10 in · 1 lb

Smallmouth bass

18 in · 2 lb 6 oz

Smallmouth bass

20 in · 4 lb 2 oz

Smallmouth bass

length · weight

Walleye

24 in · 3 lb

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Fishing regulations at Menominee River (IL), 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.

Local laws and licenses

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Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round

Smallmouth bass

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters

Bag limit6

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 limit6

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

Additional information

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.In streams and rivers (excluding the main-stem of the Mississippi, Ohio, including the Golconda Marina and Wabash Rivers) the daily harvest can contain no more than 3 Smallmouth Bass. In rivers and streams and their tributaries statewide, except for the Mississippi, Ohio (including the Golconda Marina), Wabash and Illinois Rivers, Calumet River, Lake Calumet Connecting Channel, Calumet Sag Channel and navigable portions of the Grand Calumet River and Little Calumet River, all Smallmouth Bass must be immediately released between April 1 and June 15.Only statewide regulations are shown herein, but you can access Site-Specific Regulations online.

Synonyms

Micropterus dolomieui

Season open: year-round

Walleye

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters

Bag limit6

Min size14" (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 limit6

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

Additional information

Statewide regulations are shown herein, but you can access Site-Specific Regulations online.All Walleye, Sauger, or their hybrid (Saugeye) taken must be 14-inches total length or longer, except in the Mississippi River or as specified under Site-Specific Regulations. Daily harvest limit is 6 Walleye, Sauger or their hybrid, either singly or in the aggregate, except in those waters listed under Site Specific Regulations. Mississippi River between Illinois and Iowa: Minimum Length Limit = 15-inches total lengthProtected Slot Length Limit: no possession of fish greater than or equal to 20 inches and less than 27 inches Trophy: No more than 1 fish greater than or equal to 27-inches total length. Please review Site-Specific Regulations online.

Edibility

Excellent

Synonyms

Sander vitreus

Season open: year-round

Bluegill

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters

Additional information

There are no harvest or size limits except in those waters listed under Site-Specific Regulations.

Edibility

Catch, Clean, Cook Bluegill

Synonyms

Lepomis macrochirus

Local laws and licenses

Illinois fishing license

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FAQ about Menominee River (IL) fishing

📍 Where is the Menominee River (IL) located?

the Menominee River (IL) is a stream located in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Grant County, Wisconsin. Its coordinates are:

42°28′38.8″N 90°35′27.3″W

🎣 Where on the Menominee River (IL) is it best to fish?

Find the best fishing spots on the Menominee River (IL) 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 Menominee River (IL)?

The most common species in the Menominee River (IL) are:

Smallmouth bass - 3 members reported to have caught this fish
Walleye - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
Bluegill - 1 members reported to have caught this fish

📢 What are the latest Menominee River (IL) fishing reports?

The latest Menominee River (IL) fishing reports are:

@ZachBrodersFishing reported a nice Walleye.
@isaacwerner reported a nice Bluegill.
@maxdroessler reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
@Fox_Unit reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
@Gilmaster reported a nice Smallmouth bass.

🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Menominee River (IL)?

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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Menominee River (IL)

Top fish species at Menominee River (IL)

Menominee River (IL) fishing reports

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Fishing regulations at Menominee River (IL), IL

Regulations for top species

Smallmouth bass

Walleye

Bluegill

Reviews of Menominee River (IL)

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