Belleau Lake (IL) Fishing Forecast

42.0345° N, 87.8686° W

Fishing conditions for Belleau Lake (IL)

Today Tomorrow Jul 31 Aug 1 Aug 2 Aug 3
sunrise 04:40
sunset 19:15

Biting score

100%
Great biting conditions

The best time for fishing is all day long

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Now, July 29
7:08 AM

ClearSkyDay
21° FEELS LIKE18°
wind
3.8 m/s GUSTS5.7 m/s
101.5 kPa FLAT PRESSURE
humidity
63%
uv index
0low
cloud cover
1%
visibility
24km
moon rise
18:29AM
moon
moonnew moon
  • Belleau Lake (IL) Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

    Current fishing activity in Belleau Lake (IL), United States, according to the solunar forecast, is moderate, which leads to a medium bite score.

    Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Today (2 AM peak), Tomorrow (2 AM peak) and Friday (2 AM peak) — making these the best times to go fishing in Belleau Lake (IL).

  • Air conditions

    The air temperature is 70°F (21°C). Sunrise today: 04:40 AM, sunset: 07:15 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is clear.

    The UV index is currently 0 (Low).

    The wind is coming from the north at 8.5 mph (3.8 m/s), with gusts reaching 12.8 mph (5.7 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 29.97 inHg (761 mmHg).

  • Moon Phases

    The moon phase is currently new moon, with moonrise at 6:29 PM and moonset at 3:24 AM.

About this spot

Fishing info

  • Experience

    The fishing spot offers a satisfactory experience with key amenities such as parking and picnic areas and options for bank and fly fishing. It supports varied catches of Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, and Bluegill. However, the nearby highway can introduce noise, potentially affecting the serene quality of the site, and fishing pressure might influence fish availability. Nonetheless, reports of good catches are common.

  • Tips

    Utilize rigs and bait optimized for bass fishing to enhance success rates. Favor casting towards rocky shorelines for a variety of catches. Explore different depths, particularly around rock covers. Target milder weather for increased fishing success. Be mindful of fishing pressure affecting fish behavior, and prepare for potential highway noise.

  • Fishing seasons

    Fishing conditions at this spot vary with the seasons. Summers are favorable for fishing due to mild temperatures ranging up to 76°F and reduced wind, enhancing comfort and fish activity. Precipitation is moderate, minimizing disruptions, contributing to a productive fishing experience. Winters pose challenges with harsh conditions through low temperatures around 28°F and high winds that can lower fish activity and complicate fishing.

  • Belleau Lake (IL) Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

    Current fishing activity in Belleau Lake (IL), United States, according to the solunar forecast, is moderate, which leads to a medium bite score.

    Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Today (2 AM peak), Tomorrow (2 AM peak) and Friday (2 AM peak) — making these the best times to go fishing in Belleau Lake (IL).

  • Air conditions

    The air temperature is 70°F (21°C). Sunrise today: 04:40 AM, sunset: 07:15 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is clear.

    The UV index is currently 0 (Low).

    The wind is coming from the north at 8.5 mph (3.8 m/s), with gusts reaching 12.8 mph (5.7 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 29.97 inHg (761 mmHg).

  • Moon Phases

    The moon phase is currently new moon, with moonrise at 6:29 PM and moonset at 3:24 AM.

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About this spot

Reviews 1

  • WA
    Windy AI 08 July 2026
    Belleau Lake is a small Illinois freshwater lake managed as an accessible community fishing lake with seasonal rainbow trout stocking alongside year-round largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish. It represents the type of accessible urban or community fishing lake provided by IDNR throughout Illinois. Spot Features: Belleau Lake is a small Illinois freshwater lake managed under IDNR for accessible community fishing, with seasonal rainbow trout stockings in cooler months alongside year-round warmwater species. Shore fishing from accessible park banks is the primary access method. Standard techniques for each species apply. Seasonality: Rainbow trout are stocked at Belleau Lake in the cooler months providing good fishing from fall through spring when water temperatures support trout. Largemouth bass are active from spring through fall, peaking in spring during spawning. Bluegill and channel catfish are active through the warmer months from spring into fall. Illinois fishing seasons govern specific open dates.
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