Featured Brown Trout Charters in Winthrop Harbor
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Best Time to Catch Brown Trout
Peak season: April, May, October. Also good: March, June, July, August, September. Right now in February, activity is fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart

Brown Trout
Brown Trout is a popular gamefish species.
How to Catch Brown Trout
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Brown Trout in Winthrop Harbor.
Brown Trout Fishing Regulations in Illinois
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No more than 3 fish may exceed 17 inches
License Required
Fishing license
Some areas may have specific regulations; consult the Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing guide for details.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Illinois state wildlife agency before fishing.
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