Fishing in
Boone County
Boone County, Illinois has 10 named fishable waters, 1 of them with stocking records on the books.
On the map
9 waters
Waters in Boone County
- Piscasaw Creekstream1× stocked
- Candlewick Lakereservoir184 ac
- County Lakelake11 ac
- Beaver Creekstream
- Coon Creekstream
- Geryune Creekstream
- Lawrence Creekstream
- Mosquito Creekstream
- Mud Creekstream
- Spring Creekstream
What you'll catch here
- Rainbow Trout1 waters
Latest stockings
- Piscasaw CreekRainbow TroutJan 1, 2026
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Boone County fishing — FAQ
Where can I fish in Boone County, Illinois?+
Boone County has 10 named fishable waters, 1 with stocking records. The map above shows every one.
What fish are stocked in Boone County?+
Waters in Boone County hold rainbow trout. See each water's page for its full stocking history.
Do I need a license to fish in Boone County?+
Yes — Illinois requires a fishing license statewide. Buy one from the state agency before you go.