Rend Lake fishing forecast

Illinois · reservoir

See today's live forecast, lures and map →

Fish to target

• Crappie
• Largemouth bass
• Catfish (channel/blue/flathead)
• Bluegill / sunfish
• White bass
• Hybrid striped bass

Safety: dam releases

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (St. Louis District) - Rend Lake Dam controls releases. Water levels and current can rise quickly and without warning below dams. Wear a life jacket and heed warning sirens.

Regulations and licensing

Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing regulations · Fishing license

Species and locations are starter data and should be verified with the state wildlife agency.