Hamilton County · stream · order 4 river · ~72 cfs typical
Contrary Creek
Contrary Creek is a stream in Hamilton 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°
64°
8 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
86°
66°
10 mph
30%
Sat
Showers
78°
67°
13 mph
49%
→ 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
- Lost Creek1.8 mi
- Wheeler Creek2.9 mi
- Rector Creek3.8 mi
- Sandy Run Lake3.7 mi
- Indian Creek4.6 mi
- Brush Creek5.0 mi
- Tenmile Creek5.2 mi
- Mayberry Branch5.4 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.
Contrary Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Contrary 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 Contrary Creek?+
Contrary Creek is a stream in Hamilton County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.