Leaf River, IL Fishing Trip — October
Your Leaf River, IL Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 47°F2.1" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
5 species
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentWalleye
Various
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
October Weather in Leaf River
66°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
51 Guides Near Leaf River
No guides are based in Leaf River, 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
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.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
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.
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.