Alexander County · stream · order 4 river · ~37 cfs typical
Sandy Creek
Sandy Creek is a stream in Alexander 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
88°
68°
8 mph
24%
Sat
Showers
78°
67°
13 mph
42%
Sun
Drizzle
72°
67°
13 mph
29%
↘ 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
- Mill Creek0.9 mi
- Old Channel1.3 mi
- Jackson Creek1.3 mi
- Boar Creek2.2 mi
- Pulaski Slough2.5 mi
- Hogskin Creek2.5 mi
- Road Run3.2 mi
- Wolf Creek2.8 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.
Sandy Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Sandy 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 Sandy Creek?+
Sandy Creek is a stream in Alexander County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.