Stephenson County · stream · order 3 river · ~7 cfs typical
Brush Creek
Brush Creek is a stream in Stephenson 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
Rain
71°
63°
18 mph
80%
Sat
Rain
75°
64°
20 mph
81%
Sun
Drizzle
73°
58°
15 mph
8%
↘ 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
- Little Richard Creek5.2 mi
- Cedar Creek5.3 mi
- Spring Creek4.5 mi
- Waddams Creek4.6 mistocked Jan 1, 2026
- Muddy Creek4.4 mi
- Richland Creek7.2 mi
- Twin Grove Branch Richland Creek7.1 mi
- Willow Lake7.9 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.
Brush Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Brush 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 Brush Creek?+
Brush Creek is a stream in Stephenson County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.