Wayne County · stream · order 3 river · ~5 cfs typical · seasonal
Gum Branch
Gum Branch is a stream in Wayne 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
Drizzle
87°
64°
14 mph
32%
Sat
Rain
78°
67°
14 mph
55%
Sun
Drizzle
77°
66°
15 mph
38%
↘ 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
- Rattlesnake Creek0.8 mi
- Bob Branch1.3 mi
- Sam Dale Lake1.4 mistocked Jan 1, 2026
- Trout Pond1.8 mi
- Allen Pond2.8 mi
- Milner Lake4.0 mi
- Johnson Fork4.4 mi
- Turner Creek5.7 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.
Gum Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Gum 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 Gum Branch?+
Gum Branch is a stream in Wayne County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.