Northlake, IL Fishing Trip — May
Your Northlake, IL Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 48°F3.6" rain · 13 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
5 speciesMay Weather in Northlake
66°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
3.6"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
49 Guides Near Northlake
No guides are based in Northlake, 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
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.
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.






