West Chicago, IL Fishing Trip — December

Your West Chicago, IL Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 32°F / Low 18°F3.1" rain · 11 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

5 species
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various

December Weather in West Chicago

32°F
Avg High
18°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

49 Guides Near West Chicago

No guides are based in West Chicago, 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

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.

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.

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.

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