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Shabbona Lake

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Illinois, United States

4.0·1245 catches

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General info

Shabbona Lake is a lake located in DeKalb County, Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and Walleye.

Location

41°44′43.1″N 88°51′26.4″W
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Fishing regulations at Shabbona 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.

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Cities nearby

DeKalb

14.0 miles away

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West Chicago

34.2 miles away

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39.1 miles away

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Crystal Lake

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FAQ about Shabbona Lake fishing

Shabbona Lake is a lake located in DeKalb County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°44′43.1″N 88°51′26.4″W
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