Lake Forest, IL Fishing Trip — January
Your Lake Forest, IL Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 28°F / Low 14°F1.1" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
January Weather in Lake Forest
28°F
Avg High
14°F
Avg Low
1.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
48 Guides Near Lake Forest
No guides are based in Lake Forest, 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
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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
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
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.
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.
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Walleye regulations may vary by location. Check the Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing guide for site-specific regulations.





