Pittsfield, IL Fishing Trip — August
Your Pittsfield, IL Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 66°F1.5" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
5 species
GoodBrown Trout
Various
GoodNorthern Pike
Various
GoodRainbow Trout
Various
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
August Weather in Pittsfield
83°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
No Guides Found
We couldn't find guides near Pittsfield.
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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
1 / 2
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
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.
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.