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Best Smallmouth Bass Fishing Charters in Illinois
Best Smallmouth Bass Fishing Charters in Illinois
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Illinois Smallmouth Bass Fishing Seasons
Illinois Smallmouth Bass Fishing Seasons
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Seasonality
Smallmouth Bass fishing in Illinois varies moderately throughout the year. High season is April. Low season is January to February and November to December. There is no closed season.
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Based on 28,587 reviews by FishingBooker anglers
What anglers said about Smallmouth Bass Fishing in Illinois
What anglers said about Smallmouth Bass Fishing in Illinois
Yes, most definitely was a great time. As long as it doesnโt rain or bad weather show up youโre OK.
5.0
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5
Yes, most definitely was a great time. As long as it doesnโt rain or bad weather show up youโre OK.
Full Moon Fishing ServiceโRend Lake
Listen to the local charter captains. Fish are plentiful, big, and delicious
5.0
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5
Listen to the local charter captains. Fish are plentiful, big, and delicious
Long Gone 3 Charters
Volo, IL
Obtain a map of the layout of the harbor and the parking area/ locations and bathrooms. If chartering a vessel, obtain the slip number and location of the vessel.
5.0
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5
Obtain a map of the layout of the harbor and the parking area/ locations and bathrooms. If chartering a vessel, obtain the slip number and location of the vessel.
Breezy 1 Sportfishing
Mishawaka, IN
Be prepared for un expected weather even with predictions in the lake it feels much colder water temp was 74 air was 69 and it felt like mid fifty.
5.0
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5
Be prepared for un expected weather even with predictions in the lake it feels much colder water temp was 74 air was 69 and it felt like mid fifty.
GO-FOR-IT Charters
Doral, FL
Crappie fishing on Lake of Egypt is great, especially when you locate brush piles.
5.0
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5
Crappie fishing on Lake of Egypt is great, especially when you locate brush piles.
3 Pound Fishing Guide Service โ Lake of Egypt
Natchez, LA
This is a well maintained Harbor, which is apparent where ever you look. It is a disciplined, well organized facility you would be happy to bring the entire family.
Well maintained grounds, dock slips and restrooms.
5.0
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5
This is a well maintained Harbor, which is apparent where ever you look. It is a disciplined, well organized facility you would be happy to bring the entire family.
Well maintained grounds, dock slips and restrooms.
GO-FOR-IT Charters
Hortonville, WI
It was cool in the morning and beautiful all day. Weather was great. Lots of stuff to do around the area to finish out a trip.
5.0
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5
It was cool in the morning and beautiful all day. Weather was great. Lots of stuff to do around the area to finish out a trip.
Xtasea IV Charters
If you come from fishing smaller lakes, be prepared for a lot more chop out on Lake Michigan. We had 3-4 ft so it wasnโt horrible. But it took some getting used to.
5.0
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5
If you come from fishing smaller lakes, be prepared for a lot more chop out on Lake Michigan. We had 3-4 ft so it wasnโt horrible. But it took some getting used to.
Breezy 1 Sportfishing
Southaven, MS
We packed way too much. Keep it simple--just a few drinks, light snacks, and handiwipes.
5.0
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5
We packed way too much. Keep it simple--just a few drinks, light snacks, and handiwipes.
Storm Force Sportfishing
I recommend Captain Jim /Long Gone 3 charters. This was our first trip and he did really good job .
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I recommend Captain Jim /Long Gone 3 charters. This was our first trip and he did really good job .
Long Gone 3 Charters
Make sure you know your weather! We checked with Capt Don the Sunday before tornado quality T-Storms were blowing through the area on our scheduled trip. We postponed a day for a much smoother ride!
5.0
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Make sure you know your weather! We checked with Capt Don the Sunday before tornado quality T-Storms were blowing through the area on our scheduled trip. We postponed a day for a much smoother ride!
Captain Don's Charter Service
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
I would recommend to relax and expect to have a great day on the lake fishing.
5.0
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I would recommend to relax and expect to have a great day on the lake fishing.
Full Moon Fishing ServiceโRend Lake
Palos Heights, IL
I would recommend Fred Mooney as a good fishing guide. He seemed to know the area well. After the Strom's late last night. We where able to still catch a nice mess of fish.
4.7
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I would recommend Fred Mooney as a good fishing guide. He seemed to know the area well. After the Strom's late last night. We where able to still catch a nice mess of fish.
Full Moon Fishing ServiceโRend Lake
Danville, IL
Rend lake is huge! Only saw a small portion, but was not disappointed. Had a great guide! Fred with Full Moon Fishing Service was knowledgeable and friendly. Look forward to many more trips with his company ??โค๏ธ
5.0
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5
Rend lake is huge! Only saw a small portion, but was not disappointed. Had a great guide! Fred with Full Moon Fishing Service was knowledgeable and friendly. Look forward to many more trips with his company ??โค๏ธ
Full Moon Fishing ServiceโRend Lake
Monticello, IL
Bring light weight pants to fend off the biting flys that are present during July & summer months.
4.7
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5
Bring light weight pants to fend off the biting flys that are present during July & summer months.
Long Gone 3 Charters
Arlington Heights, IL
Bring warm clothing. The lake this time of year is a cold trap and cools the air above it.
4.7
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5
Bring warm clothing. The lake this time of year is a cold trap and cools the air above it.
Breezy 1 Sportfishing
Chicago, IL
Get a charter with Ray and Joe at Xtasea IV Charter for a great weekend fun day with your friends!
5.0
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5
Get a charter with Ray and Joe at Xtasea IV Charter for a great weekend fun day with your friends!
Xtasea IV Charters
Lake Forest, Illinois
Bring proper clothing ,sunblock and a great attitude ! remember it's the experience not the poundage of fillets. Although you may get both. There are no guarantees. Good luck.
4.7
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5
Bring proper clothing ,sunblock and a great attitude ! remember it's the experience not the poundage of fillets. Although you may get both. There are no guarantees. Good luck.
Merganzer Fishing Charters
Mokena, Illinois
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