Best fishing near Ashkum

8 fishing spots · 8 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Ashkum, Illinois — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 8 of 8 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Kankakee River
#1 Kankakee River Good
38.2 mi away
· Water 64°F · a bit cool· Clear water · 8 FNU· Mostly Clear · 55°F · 10 mph wind
The Kankakee River in Indiana is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. It is known for its diverse fish species including smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, northern pike…
Why 71: live conditions (good)
71Top-rated
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Iroquois River
#2 Iroquois River Fair
32.6 mi away
· Water 64°F · a bit cool· Lightly stained · 15 FNU· Windy · 25 mph
The Iroquois River in Indiana, USA is a popular spot for fishing with species such as smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, and catfish being prominent. Nearby activities include…
Why 64: live conditions (fair)
64Solid
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Milliken Lake
#3 Milliken Lake Fair
33.3 mi away
· Water 62°F · a bit cool· Windy · 25 mph· Showers Likely · 58°F
Milliken Lake in Illinois is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts. Common fish species in the lake include largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
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Kankakee Cut-Off
#4 Kankakee Cut-Off Fair
36.6 mi away
· Water 62°F · a bit cool· Windy · 25 mph· Showers Likely · 58°F
The Kankakee Cut Off fishing area in Illinois, USA is known for its great fishing opportunities for smallmouth bass, catfish, walleye, and northern pike. Nearby activities include…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
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Braidwood Lake
#5 Braidwood Lake Fair
26.7 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Windy · 25 mph
Braidwood Lake is a popular fishing destination located in Illinois, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel…
Why 54: live conditions (fair)
54Solid
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Bird Park Quarry
#6 Bird Park Quarry Good
17.3 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Windy · 25 mph· Showers Likely · 58°F
Bird Park Quarry Fishing Area is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts in Illinois, USA. The quarry is home to a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
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Monee Reservoir
#7 Monee Reservoir Fair
37.0 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Windy · 25 mph
The Monee Reservoir fishing area in Illinois is a great spot for anglers looking to reel in largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities include hiking and…
Why 51: live conditions (fair)
51Solid
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Heidecke Lake
#8 Heidecke Lake Fair
38.4 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Windy · 25 mph
Heidecke Lake, located in northeastern Illinois, is a popular destination for anglers seeking to catch largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, and crappie. The lake is also known for…
Why 48: live conditions (fair)
48Rated

Fishing near Ashkum

The Ashkum area has 8 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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