Map

Boneyard Creek

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Illinois, United States

4.4·334 catches

Top fish species at Boneyard Creek

App Section

Check which species have trophy potential in Boneyard Creek

Boneyard Creek fishing reports

Loading...

Spotted bass

11 in · 1 lb

Loading...

Saugeye

22 in · 4 lb

Loading...

Walleye

22 in · 3 lb 7 oz

Loading...

Largemouth bass

length · weight

Loading...

Longear sunfish

length · weight

Loading...

Saugeye

23 in · 5 lb

Fishbrain
More catches in the app...

Continue browsing catches and catch locations in the Fishbrain app

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...

General info

Boneyard Creek is a stream located in Champaign County, Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Muskie, and Saugeye.

Location

40°07′3.7″N 88°14′10.7″W
Directions

Amenities

When are Largemouth Bass biting on Boneyard Creek?

Learn what time of year and day to go fishing at Boneyard Creek. Download Fishbrain today to look for new fishing spots, scout new fishing access, or prep for your next trip.

Bite time image

Fishing regulations at Boneyard 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
Largemouth bass

Largemouth 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. Only statewide regulations are shown herein, but you can access Site-Specific Regulations online.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
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
Saugeye

Saugeye

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.

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 in total length. Please review Site-Specific Regulations online.
Edibility
Very good.
Synonyms
Walleye+Sauger Hybrid
License Icon
Local laws and licenses

Illinois fishing license

Get license

Reviews of Boneyard Creek

4.4
Loading...

8 ratings

5
4
3
2
1
Top reviews

Cities nearby

Champaign

2.0 miles away

Urbana

2.1 miles away

Tolono

8.8 miles away

Philo

9.0 miles away

Mahomet

9.5 miles away

Seymour

10.1 miles away

St. Joseph

10.6 miles away

Sidney

10.8 miles away

Rantoul

13.5 miles away

Dewey

14.1 miles away

Pesotum

14.3 miles away

White Heath

14.7 miles away

Royal

14.9 miles away

Fisher

14.9 miles away

Mansfield

15.8 miles away

Homer

15.8 miles away

Ivesdale

16.6 miles away

Gifford

17.4 miles away

Villa Grove

17.9 miles away

Monticello

18.7 miles away

Broadlands

19.2 miles away

De Land

21.5 miles away

Bellflower

21.7 miles away

Bement

22.3 miles away

Anything missing or inaccurate?

Suggest changes to improve what we show.

Suggest changes

FAQ about Boneyard Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Boneyard Creek located?
the Boneyard Creek is a stream located in Champaign County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°07′3.7″N 88°14′10.7″W
.
🎣 Where on the Boneyard Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Boneyard 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 Boneyard Creek?
The most common species in the Boneyard Creek are:
  • Largemouth bass - 13 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Muskie - 4 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Saugeye - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Boneyard Creek fishing reports?
The latest Boneyard Creek fishing reports are:
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Boneyard 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.

Get license
App Section
Download Fishbrain and fish smarter
Unlimited access to the best fishing spot finder in the game. Get all the fishing intel you need to start catching more, and bigger, fish.

Free trial available

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...