Illinois
Northern Pike in Illinois
Northern Pike are on record in 13 Illinois waters, with 49 stockings in the books. Stocking peaks in January.
When does Illinois stock northern pike?
Waters holding northern pike
Freshest northern pike stockings
- Skokie LagoonsJan 1, 2026
- Mackinaw RiverJan 1, 2026
- Tampier LakeJan 1, 2026
- Gages LakeJan 1, 2026
- Lake OpekaJan 1, 2026
- Embarras RiverJan 1, 2026
- Beck LakeJan 1, 2026
- Wampum LakeJan 1, 2026
- Busse LakeJan 1, 2026
- Hastings LakeJan 1, 2026
- Hastings LakeJan 1, 2025
- Gages LakeJan 1, 2025
- Busse LakeJan 1, 2025
- Illinois RiverJan 1, 2025
- Lake OpekaJan 1, 2025
- Wampum LakeJan 1, 2025
- Tampier LakeJan 1, 2025
- Skokie LagoonsJan 1, 2025
- Beck LakeJan 1, 2025
- Beck LakeJan 1, 2024
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Northern Pike in Illinois — FAQ
Where can I catch northern pike in Illinois?+
Northern Pike are on record in 13 Illinois waters, including Beck Lake, Busse Lake, Gages Lake. The full list is on this page.
When does Illinois stock northern pike?+
Illinois stocks northern pike most heavily in January, going by 49 records. See the freshest stockings on this page for the current season.
Do I need a license to fish for northern pike in Illinois?+
Yes — Illinois requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check seasons and limits before you go.