Henry County · stream · order 3 river · ~4 cfs typical
Elks Branch
Elks Branch is a stream in Henry 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
82°
57°
7 mph
0%
Fri
Rain
73°
65°
17 mph
78%
Sat
Rain
72°
65°
20 mph
96%
↘ 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
- Geneseo Creek1.2 mi
- Hennepin Canal2.0 mistocked Jan 1, 2026
- Shadow Lake3.9 mi
- Spring Creek4.7 mi
- Oak Creek6.2 mi
- Canoe Creek7.0 mi
- Rustic Acres Lake5.6 mi
- Swint Lake6.5 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.
Elks Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Elks Branch?+
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 Elks Branch?+
Elks Branch is a stream in Henry County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.