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Fox Lake

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Illinois, United States

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Channel catfish

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Striped bass

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Channel catfish

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Round goby

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Muskellunge

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General info

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

Location

42°24′43.8″N 88°08′58″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Fox Lake?

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Fishing regulations at Fox 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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FAQ about Fox Lake fishing

Fox Lake is a lake located in Lake County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
42°24′43.8″N 88°08′58″W
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