Skokie Lagoons
Skokie Lagoons is a chain of seven connected lagoons in Cook County near Glencoe and Winnetka. It is a shallow, popular spot for paddling and fishing.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Walleye
Stocked
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Tower Road boat launchRampAccessible ramp at Lagoon 3 for non-gas-powered boatsDirections ↗
- ShorelinePublicBank fishing around the lagoonsDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the IDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Skokie Lagoons are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Illinois Department of Natural Resources ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Skokie Lagoons ↗Local tips
- Kayaks help you reach less crowded water.
- Boat rentals are offered April through October.
- The water is shallow, about 10 feet at most.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.