IL · FISHING

Fishing

License

Conditional

Yes freshwater fishing license required. Minimum age 16. Issued by Illinois Dept. of Natural Resources (IDNR).

§ dnr.illinois.gov

Verified Jun 22, 2026Reviewed

Species & limits

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Special-regulation waters in IL

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