Kankakee County · stream
Brainard Creek
Brainard Creek is a stream in Kankakee 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
84°
58°
5 mph
0%
Fri
Rain
85°
62°
16 mph
47%
Sat
Showers
72°
68°
17 mph
87%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
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
- Gar Creek0.4 mi
- Baker Creek1.4 mi
- Soldier Creek2.0 mi
- Iroquois River2.7 mistocked Jan 1, 2026
- Minnie Creek3.4 mi
- Spring Creek3.8 mi
- Exline Slough3.9 mi
- Deer Creek6.4 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.
Brainard Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Brainard 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 Brainard Creek?+
Brainard Creek is a stream in Kankakee County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.