Illinois
Bluegill in Illinois
Bluegill are on record in 14 Illinois waters, with 29 stockings in the books. Stocking peaks in January.
When does Illinois stock bluegill?
Waters holding bluegill
Freshest bluegill stockings
- Ferne Clyffe LakeJan 1, 2026
- Axehead LakeJan 1, 2025
- Carbondale ReservoirJan 1, 2025
- Four LakesJan 1, 2025
- Levings LakeJan 1, 2025
- Lake MendotaJan 1, 2025
- Schiller PondJan 1, 2025
- Shabbona LakeJan 1, 2025
- Axehead LakeJan 1, 2024
- Four LakesJan 1, 2024
- Levings LakeJan 1, 2024
- Lake MendotaJan 1, 2024
- Schiller PondJan 1, 2024
- Levings LakeJan 1, 2023
- Lake MendotaJan 1, 2023
- Schiller PondJan 1, 2023
- Axehead LakeJan 1, 2023
- Axehead LakeJan 1, 2022
- Lake Le-Aqua-NaJan 1, 2022
- Levings LakeJan 1, 2022
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Bluegill in Illinois — FAQ
Where can I catch bluegill in Illinois?+
Bluegill are on record in 14 Illinois waters, including Levings Lake, Axehead Lake, Lake Mendota. The full list is on this page.
When does Illinois stock bluegill?+
Illinois stocks bluegill most heavily in January, going by 29 records. See the freshest stockings on this page for the current season.
Do I need a license to fish for bluegill in Illinois?+
Yes — Illinois requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check seasons and limits before you go.