🐟 What fish can you catch in Elgin?

Most commonly caught species around Elgin , IL : Largemouth bass - 69,149 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 8,151 reported catches Bluegill - 7,911 reported catches Channel catfish - 4,885 reported catches Common carp - 4,298 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Elgin fishing reports?

The latest Elgin , IL fishing reports are: @Luke375 reported a nice Walleye at Fox River . @Bryce.Pfeifer reported a nice Walleye at Algonquin Dam . @milesmarzano reported a nice Channel catfish . @TOPWATERADDICTION reported a nice Largemouth bass at Independence Grove . .

Fishing in Elgin, IL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Elgin, Illinois?

Anglers in Elgin , IL recommend these top fishing spots: Fox River , South Lake (Three Oaks Recreation Area) , West Branch Du Page River , Mallard Lake , Harrier Lake .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Elgin?

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Top fish species in Elgin

Latest Elgin fishing reports

Walleye

Fox River

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Walleye

Algonquin Dam

31 in · 10 lb 1 oz

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Channel catfish

29 in · 9 lb

Largemouth bass

Independence Grove

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Black crappie

Hooks Lake

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Smallmouth bass

Fox River

14 in · 3 lb 3 oz

Channel catfish

Fox River

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Largemouth bass

Lake Opeka

16 in · 2 lb

Largemouth bass

Lake Opeka

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FAQ about Elgin fishing

Anglers in Elgin, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Fox River, South Lake (Three Oaks Recreation Area), West Branch Du Page River, Mallard Lake, and Harrier Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Elgin, IL:

Largemouth bass - 69,149 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 8,151 reported catches
Bluegill - 7,911 reported catches
Channel catfish - 4,885 reported catches
Common carp - 4,298 reported catches

The latest Elgin, IL fishing reports are:

@Luke375 reported a nice Walleye at Fox River.
@Bryce.Pfeifer reported a nice Walleye at Algonquin Dam.
@milesmarzano reported a nice Channel catfish.
@TOPWATERADDICTION reported a nice Largemouth bass at Independence Grove.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Elgin, IL. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: