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Phinney Branch

Illinois, United States

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Phinney Branch fishing reports

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Pumpkinseed

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Phinney Branch is a stream located in Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Pumpkinseed and Largemouth bass.

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Location

40Β°05β€²27β€³N 88Β°17β€²42.4β€³W
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Fishing regulations at Phinney Branch, IL

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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 April 27, 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 Phinney Branch fishing

the Phinney Branch is a stream located in Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
40Β°05β€²27β€³N 88Β°17β€²42.4β€³W
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