Edwards County · stream · order 4 river · ~10 cfs typical · seasonal
Harper Creek
Harper Creek is a stream in Edwards 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
85°
65°
11 mph
22%
Sat
Rain
80°
68°
15 mph
50%
Sun
Rain
75°
67°
13 mph
36%
↘ 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
- Butter Creek0.0 mi
- Ham Creek0.6 mi
- Big Creek2.6 mi
- Camp Creek3.7 mi
- Hortin Slough3.8 mi
- Stinking Creek4.5 mi
- Old River Pond3.9 mi
- Hay Pond4.5 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.
Harper Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Harper 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 Harper Creek?+
Harper Creek is a stream in Edwards County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.