Illinois River

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: Jun 4, 2025

Species

Smallmouth Bass

Season

Winter (Current)

12 Fishing Reports

102 Followers

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Top Techniques Reported for Smallmouth Bass + Winter

Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19')
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Fishing Reports

12 Reports on Illinois River

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GrundyBassman
Silver Ambassador
12/17/23
- Species
  Smallmouth Bass
- Season
  Winter
- Technique
  Vertical Jigging 10-19'
- Structure
  Points
- Forage
  Shad
- Water Temperature
  42°
Had to fight for them today, but once I found them it was domination. It’s cold out and the river is high. That’s not going to stop me from one-upping Mother Nature. Bass and walleyes were all 7-10 feet deep off of points relating to baitfish. I’ve told you all before “find the bait-find the fish,” and find the fish I did! It’s all about vertical jigging right now. Just like Usher used to sing “nice and slow, that’s the tempo.” Get on top of em and work the bait slow. The FF minnow was a finesse touch that sealed the deal. Like Tony Danza my Damiki Vault showed a few young walleyes “who’s the boss.” Great day on the water and I am damn proud to be an American. See you in the woods or on the water! -GrundyBassman
Jackson F
Gold Ambassador
11/12/23
- Species
  Largemouth Bass
- Season
  Winter
- Technique
  Finesse Jigs
- Structure
  Points
- Forage
  Crawfish
- Water Temperature
  48°
3 lber on the finesse jig
Omnia Community Member
Silver Ambassador
9/20/23
- Species
  Largemouth Bass
- Season
  Fall
- Technique
  Soft Jerkbaits
- Structure
  Submerged Vegetation
- Forage
  Minnows
Was doing a little ultralight fishing at a local pond then moved to the river. Was casting around the bank as well as by some fountains towards the middle of the pond. Ended up having a great day with 10 fish caught in about an hour.