Cooksville, IL Fishing Trip — May
Your Cooksville, IL Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 52°F2.4" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
May Weather in Cooksville
72°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
7 Guides Near Cooksville
No guides are based in Cooksville, but these guides operate nearby.
$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's Biting By Month
Peak
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.
Species Regulations
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
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.