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Fishing in Rockford, IL

Illinois, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Rockford spots deliver

Top fish species in Rockford

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Bluegill
Bluegill
Channel catfish
Channel catfish
Northern pike
Northern pike

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Channel catfish

Kishwaukee River

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Channel catfish

Kishwaukee River

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Channel catfish

Pierce Lake

28 in · 8 lb

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Northern pike

Lions Pond

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Smallmouth bass

Stillman Creek

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Freshwater drum

Rock River (IL, WI)

15 in · 2 lb 3 oz

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Largemouth bass

Levings Lake

13 in · 1 lb

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Bluegill

South Beloit Municipal Park

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Bluegill

South Beloit Municipal Park

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Creek chub

Sycamore Lake Rotary Park

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About Rockford fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Rockford, Illinois. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 7,673 catches for Largemouth bass, 2,779 catches for Smallmouth bass, and 975 catches for Bluegill.

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FAQ about Rockford fishing

Anglers in Rockford, IL recommend these top fishing spots: Kishwaukee River, Pierce Lake, Candlewick Lake, Baumann Park, and Four Lakes.
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