Hillside, IL Fishing Trip — August
Your Hillside, IL Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 64°F2.9" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
5 speciesAugust Weather in Hillside
81°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
2.9"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
49 Guides Near Hillside
No guides are based in Hillside, 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
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Illinois Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$31.50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland trout and salmon stamp additional.
Species Regulations
Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No more than 3 fish may exceed 17 inches
Some areas may have specific regulations; consult the Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing guide for details.
Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession of Rainbow Trout requires an Inland Trout Stamp, unless exempt. Regulations may vary by location. Check the Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing guide for site-specific 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.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum






