Best fishing near Clarendon Hills
9 fishing spots · 9 ranked · updated 2026-07-27 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Clarendon Hills, 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 9 of 9 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
I⛰
#1
I & M Canal
Good
8.0 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 75°F · 5 mph wind
The Illinois and Michigan Canal in Illinois is a popular fishing spot for anglers. The canal is home to a variety of fish species, including bluegill, crappie, largemouth bass…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
W⛰
#2
Whalon Lake
Good
8.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 74°F · 5 mph wind
Whalon Lake in Illinois is a popular fishing spot, offering anglers the chance to catch a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
T⛰
#3
Tampier Lake
Good
10.6 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 74°F · 5 mph wind
Tampier Lake is located in Cook County, Illinois, and is a popular fishing spot for anglers. The lake is home to several fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
L⛰
#4
Long Run
Good
13.2 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 74°F · 5 mph wind
The Long Run Fishing Area in Illinois is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. The area is home to various fish species, including bluegill, largemouth bass, channel catfish…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
B⛰
#5
Barth Pond
Good
2.0 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 75°F · 5 mph wind
Barth Pond is a popular fishing spot located in Illinois, USA. The pond is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
L⛰
#6
Lacey Creek
Good
5.0 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 75°F · 5 mph wind
Lacey Creek is a popular fishing spot located in Illinois, USA. The creek is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, catfish, and crappie. Nearby…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
T⛰
#7
Turtlehead Lake
Good
13.4 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 75°F · 5 mph wind
Turtlehead Lake Fishing Area is a popular spot for anglers in Illinois, offering opportunities to catch largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities include…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
M⛰
#8
Maple Lake
Good
6.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 75°F · 5 mph wind
Maple Lake is located in Illinois, USA and is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. The lake is well-stocked with a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
D⛰
#9
Des Plaines River
Good
8.0 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Air quality / smoke advisory· Smoke · 75°F · 5 mph wind
Located in northeast Illinois, the Des Plaines River is a great place to go fishing. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including smallmouth and largemouth bass…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
Fishing near Clarendon Hills
The Clarendon Hills area has 9 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Clarendon Hills
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.