Best fishing near Justice
10 fishing spots · 10 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Justice, 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 10 of 10 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
T⛰
#1
Tampier Lake
Good
8.2 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 67°F
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 54: live conditions (good)
54Solid
I⛰
#2
I & M Canal
Good
9.6 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Clear · 67°F
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 54: live conditions (good)
54Solid
W⛰
#3
Whalon Lake
Good
13.9 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Clear · 66°F
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 54: live conditions (good)
54Solid
T⛰
#4
Turtlehead Lake
Good
7.8 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 67°F
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 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
L⛰
#5
Lacey Creek
Good
12.6 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Clear · 67°F
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 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
M⛰
#6
Maple Lake
Good
4.2 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 67°F
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 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
B⛰
#7
Barth Pond
Good
9.2 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Rising fast · likely muddy· Clear · 67°F
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 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
D⛰
#8
Des Plaines River
Good
4.3 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 67°F
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 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
S⛰
#9
South Lagoon
Good
13.0 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 67°F
The South Lagoon Fishing Area is a popular spot for anglers in Illinois, USA. The area is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, crappie, catfish, and bluegill. Nearby…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
B⛰
#10
Burnham Park Harbor
Good
13.4 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 67°F
Burnham Park Harbor is a popular fishing spot in Illinois located near downtown Chicago. It's known for its diverse range of fish species, including bass, walleye, trout, and…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
Fishing near Justice
The Justice area has 10 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 Justice
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.