DeKalb County · stream · order 3 river · ~11 cfs typical · seasonal
North Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River
North Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River is a stream in DeKalb 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
80°
62°
18 mph
60%
Sat
Drizzle
70°
65°
20 mph
92%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
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
- Lorusso Lagoon4.8 mi
- East Lagoon4.8 mi
- Lake Prestbury7.3 mi
- Shabbona Lake9.2 mistocked Jan 1, 2026
- East Branch Kilbuck Creek7.7 mi
- East Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River10.5 mi
- Battle Creek10.4 mi
- Stroyan Lake12.4 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.
North Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish North Branch South Branch Kishwaukee 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 North Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River?+
North Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River is a stream in DeKalb County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.