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Willow Lake

Illinois, United States

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Willow Lake fishing reports

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White bass

12 in Β· 1 lb

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Channel catfish

18 in Β· 3 lb

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Largemouth bass

18 in Β· 2 lb 2 oz

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Bluegill

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Willow Lake is a lake located in Stephenson County, Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and Bluegill.

Location

42Β°20β€²4.3β€³N 89Β°38β€²15.2β€³W
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Fishing regulations at Willow Lake, 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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of May 9, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Willow Lake fishing

Willow Lake is a lake located in Stephenson County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
42Β°20β€²4.3β€³N 89Β°38β€²15.2β€³W
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