Williamson County · stream · order 3 river · ~6 cfs typical · seasonal
Bear Creek
Bear Creek is a stream in Williamson County, Illinois. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Illinois's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
88°
67°
10 mph
31%
Sat
Rain
79°
66°
12 mph
45%
Sun
Drizzle
74°
67°
14 mph
30%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Lake Creek2.2 mi
- Johnston City Sewage Lagoon2.6 mi
- Sweet Lake3.8 mi
- Buster Pond4.7 mi
- Herrin Reservoir4.8 mi
- Saluki Lake5.6 mi
- Lake Number 54.6 mi
- Pond Creek5.1 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official IL regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Bear Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Bear Creek?+
Yes — Illinois requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Bear Creek?+
Bear Creek is a stream in Williamson County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.