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Des Plaines River

Illinois, United States

4.0·7217 catches

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Rock bass

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Rock bass

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Rock bass

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Largemouth bass

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Black crappie

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Rock bass

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General info

Des Plaines River is a stream located in Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Northern pike.

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Location

42°28′18″N 87°56′18.1″W
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the Des Plaines River is a stream located in Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
42°28′18″N 87°56′18.1″W
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