DeKalb County · stream · order 2 river · ~2 cfs typical · seasonal
South Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River
South 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
Rain
80°
63°
17 mph
70%
Sat
Rain
71°
65°
20 mph
92%
Sun
Drizzle
75°
59°
16 mph
6%
↘ 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
- North Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River2.9 mi
- Shabbona Lake6.3 mistocked Jan 1, 2026
- Lake Prestbury5.7 mi
- Lorusso Lagoon7.7 mi
- East Lagoon7.6 mi
- East Branch Kilbuck Creek8.9 mi
- Stroyan Lake9.7 mi
- Battle Creek10.1 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.
South Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish South 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 South Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River?+
South Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River is a stream in DeKalb County, Illinois. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.