Chicago, IL Fishing Trip — June

Your Chicago, IL Fishing Trip

June2 peopleFamily Trip
High 80°F / Low 64°F4.9" rain · 12 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in June

14 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
MuskieExcellent
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Bighead CarpExcellent
Bighead Carp
Various
Black CarpExcellent
Black Carp
Various
Grass CarpExcellent
Grass Carp
Various
Common CarpExcellent
Common Carp
Various
Buffalo FishExcellent
Buffalo Fish
Various
Silver CarpExcellent
Silver Carp
Various
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

June Weather in Chicago

80°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
4.9"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

16 Guides Matched

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Illinois Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$31.50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland trout and salmon stamp additional.

Buy License Online — Illinois

Species Regulations

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

In the Illinois River and its tributaries, there is no length limit.

Muskie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:48-inch minimum

Some waters may have more restrictive regulations; check local regulations before fishing.

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day (channel, blue, and flathead catfish, in aggregate)
Size Limit:No size limit

Some lakes and rivers may have site-specific regulations; consult the Illinois Fishing Information guide.

Bighead Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Considered an invasive species; anglers are encouraged to remove them from the water.

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