Edwards County · stream · order 3 river · ~4 cfs typical · seasonal
Johnson Creek
Johnson 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
Overcast
86°
65°
12 mph
21%
Sat
Rain
80°
67°
18 mph
50%
Sun
Drizzle
76°
67°
12 mph
40%
↘ 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
- Madden Creek1.0 mi
- Krajec Lake3.2 mi
- Fox River3.5 mi
- Sugar Creek3.8 mi
- West Salem Reservoir3.6 mistocked Jan 1, 2025
- Harrison Lake3.6 mi
- C B and Q Railroad Reservoir3.6 mi
- West Salem New Reservoir3.8 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.
Johnson Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Johnson 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 Johnson Creek?+
Johnson Creek is a stream in Edwards County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.