Lockport, IL Fishing Trip — May

Your Lockport, IL Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 48°F4.9" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

May Weather in Lockport

69°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
4.9"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

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

23 Guides Near Lockport

No guides are based in Lockport, but these guides operate nearby.

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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.

Illinois Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$31.50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland trout and salmon stamp additional.

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Species 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.

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.

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