Chicago, IL Fishing Trip — March

Your Chicago, IL Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 52°F / Low 35°F3.7" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

14 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Common CarpGood
Common Carp
Various
Buffalo FishGood
Buffalo Fish
Various
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
MuskieFair
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
Bighead CarpFair
Bighead Carp
Various
Black CarpFair
Black Carp
Various
Grass CarpFair
Grass Carp
Various
Silver CarpFair
Silver Carp
Various

March Weather in Chicago

52°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
3.7"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

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

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Largemouth Bass regulations may vary by location. Check the Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing guide for site-specific regulations.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Crappie regulations may vary by location. Check the Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing guide for site-specific regulations.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
Perch
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Lake Michigan regulations may differ; check specific location regulations.

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