South Wilmington, IL Fishing Trip — October

Your South Wilmington, IL Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 49°F1.7" rain · 4 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

5 species
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

October Weather in South Wilmington

68°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

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

52 Guides Near South Wilmington

No guides are based in South Wilmington, 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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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