Edwards County · stream · order 2 river · ~3 cfs typical · seasonal
Shelby Creek
Shelby 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
85°
65°
14 mph
22%
Sat
Rain
78°
68°
14 mph
47%
Sun
Drizzle
75°
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
- Fox River1.1 mi
- Madden Creek1.5 mi
- Sugar Creek1.9 mi
- C B and Q Railroad Reservoir2.2 mi
- Johnson Creek2.3 mi
- Gentry Creek4.1 mi
- Half Moon Pond4.5 mi
- Clear Pond Slough5.1 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.
Shelby Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Shelby 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 Shelby Creek?+
Shelby Creek is a stream in Edwards County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.