Lawrence County · stream · order 4 river · ~32 cfs typical
Paul Creek
Paul Creek is a stream in Lawrence 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
Fog
88°
64°
13 mph
22%
Sat
Rain
81°
69°
16 mph
49%
Sun
Drizzle
74°
66°
14 mph
32%
↘ 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
- Bugaboo Creek1.3 mi
- The Slough1.7 mi
- Red Hills Lake2.9 mistocked Jan 1, 2026
- Shirley Creek3.3 mi
- Crabapple Creek3.8 mi
- Mad Creek3.9 mi
- Eagle Branch4.5 mi
- Muddy Creek5.0 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.
Paul Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Paul 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 Paul Creek?+
Paul Creek is a stream in Lawrence County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.