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West Fork North Branch Chicago River

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Illinois, United States

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Common carp

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Yellow bullhead

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West Fork North Branch Chicago River is a stream located in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Lake County, Illinois. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Common carp, and Green sunfish.

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42°08′17.1″N 87°50′5.1″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on West Fork North Branch Chicago River?

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Fishing regulations at West Fork North Branch Chicago River, 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

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12.2 miles away

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FAQ about West Fork North Branch Chicago River fishing

the West Fork North Branch Chicago River is a stream located in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is also intersecting with Lake County, Illinois. Its coordinates are:
42°08′17.1″N 87°50′5.1″W
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