Randolph County · stream · order 7 river · ~4,738 cfs typical
Kaskaskia River
Stocked 15× since 2021 · Illinois DNR
Kaskaskia River is a stream in Randolph County, Illinois, stocked with Alligator Gar, Largemouth Bass, Sauger and Smallmouth Bass — most recently on Jan 1, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Illinois DNR; 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
89°
67°
7 mph
0%
Fri
Drizzle
91°
72°
14 mph
33%
Sat
Rain
77°
67°
19 mph
54%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Sauger | 44,140 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Sauger | 44,140 | 2" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Sauger | 22,136 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 8,504 | 2" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 11,695 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Sauger | 39,171 | 2" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 6,330 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Alligator Gar | 570 | ||
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 2,001 | 5.5" | |
| Jan 1 | Sauger | 10,845 | 2" | |
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Sauger | 126,447 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 8,607 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Largemouth Bass | 8,607 | 2" | |
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Smallmouth Bass | 570 | 2" | |
| Jan 1 | Striped Bass x White Bass (Wiper) | 8,761 | 2" | |
When does Kaskaskia River get stocked?
Going by 15 records since 2021, stocking here peaks in January.
Angler reports
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All Illinois waters with alligator gar → · All Illinois waters with largemouth bass →
Nearby waters
- Kaskaskia River Navigation Pool0.7 mi
- Ninemile Creek4.1 mi
- Little Ninemile Creek5.0 mi
- Idlewild Slough5.2 mi
- Mitchell Slough4.9 mi
- River aux Vases5.2 mi
- Saline Creek5.2 mi
- Butter Creek5.5 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.
Kaskaskia River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Kaskaskia River?+
Kaskaskia River is stocked with Alligator Gar, Largemouth Bass, Sauger and Smallmouth Bass in Randolph County, Illinois, most recently on Jan 1, 2026 by Illinois DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Kaskaskia River get stocked?+
Going by 15 records since 2021, stocking at Kaskaskia River peaks in January. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Kaskaskia River?+
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 Kaskaskia River?+
Kaskaskia River is a stream in Randolph County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Illinois DNR · updated Jan 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.