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Kankakee, United States ðŸ‡ºðŸ‡¸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Kankakee, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in Kankakee, Illinois centers around the renowned Kankakee River and nearby lakes, a Midwest hotspot known for smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, and channel catfish. Anglers find a mix of fast riffles, deep pools, and backwater sloughs that offer year-round opportunities for bank fishing, wading, kayaking, and power boating. read more...

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 12:58 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
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  • Visibility:
    34%
  • Third Quarter Moon - 34% illuminated Third Quarter Moon
Next New Moon in ~6 days on 10th September
  • Distance to earth:
    363,324 km
    Proximity:
    99.5 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Kankakee
New Moon
Thu, 10 Sep
Full Moon
Sat, 26 Sep

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • major Time:
    07:01 am - 09:01 am
  • minor Time:
    02:57 pm - 04:57 pm
  • major Time:
    07:21 pm - 09:21 pm
  • minor Time:
    11:45 pm - 01:45 am
All times are displayed in the America/Chicago timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -5 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Third Quarter Moon at 34% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -5 hour and -11 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Chicago • Sat, 5 Sep 02:49 • 41.12, -87.861
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Current Fishing Weather

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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
Selected Weather Station: Kankakee, US
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Kankakee

The Kankakee River around Kankakee, Illinois is one of the Midwest’s most productive and scenic fisheries, combining clear current, rock structure, and abundant forage. Anglers target smallmouth bass, walleye, pike, catfish, panfish, and more in a system that fishes well from early spring through late fall. With shore access in Kankakee River State Park, city riverwalks, and multiple launches, this stretch is ideal for both traveling anglers and locals looking for consistent multi-species action.

Seasonal patterns on the Kankakee are strongly flow-driven. In early spring, smallmouth, walleye, and pike push into warming shallows and current breaks near eddies, rock seams, and flooded banks. This is prime time to work 1/8–1/4 oz jigs tipped with plastics, hair jigs, and slowly retrieved suspending jerkbaits along current edges. As water warms into late spring and summer, smallmouths spread onto gravel bars, mid-river boulders, and the heads and tails of pools. Walleye slide into deeper runs and holes, especially just downstream of riffles and bridges, while catfish feed heavily at night along channel bends and bluff banks.

Summer fishing around Kankakee relies on covering water efficiently. Kayakers and small boat anglers excel by drifting or back-trolling through prime current seams. For smallmouth, throw medium-diving crankbaits, 3–4 inch tube jigs, and finesse swimbaits across current, letting the bait tick rock and then pause. Walleye respond to slowly pulled live-bait rigs, jigs and minnows, and compact crankbaits that run close to bottom. Channel and flathead catfish are best targeted with cut bait, live bluegill, or sturdy prepared baits fished on slip rigs near logjams and deep bends, especially just after dark.

Fall on the Kankakee is a high-percentage season. As temperatures drop, smallmouth bass and walleye concentrate on classic structure: deep rock piles, ledges, and the first significant drop-offs below riffles. This is the time to slow down with heavier jigs, blade baits, and lipless crankbaits yo-yoed near bottom. Pike and the occasional muskie prowl weed edges in connected backwaters and slower side channels; large spinnerbaits, glide baits, and oversized swimbaits can produce big fish when worked along current breaks and remaining green vegetation.

Habitat diversity is key to Kankakee’s reputation. Anglers find fast riffles, broken-rock shorelines, mid-river islands, sand and gravel flats, and snag-filled timber stretches. Productive patterns include:

  • Riffles and runs: Topwater and shallow cranks for smallmouth in low, clear water; jigs and current-swept plastics in higher flow.
  • Deep holes and bends: Vertical jigging or dragging jigs for walleye and drum; slip rigs with cut bait for catfish.
  • Backwaters and sloughs: Weedlines and wood for largemouth, pike, and panfish using spinnerbaits, wacky worms, and small jigs.
  • Riprap and bridge abutments: Current breaks that concentrate bait and predators; great spots for shore anglers throwing jigs, crankbaits, and live bait.

For shore fishing in Kankakee, work accessible riprap banks, park shorelines, and piers with simple, effective rigs: a medium spinning outfit, 8–12 lb line, and a selection of 1/8–3/8 oz jigs, in-line spinners, and live bait hooks covers most scenarios. Boat and kayak anglers gain an edge by reading current seams and electronics to locate rock transitions and submerged wood. Always adjust lure weight to maintain bottom contact without snagging excessively, and change angles of presentation until you find how fish are positioned in the flow. With its mix of structure, species, and year-round opportunity, the Kankakee River around Kankakee offers one of Illinois’ most consistent, tactical river fishing experiences.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Kankakee area

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Kankakee. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Soldier Creek - 1.29656746608km , Gar Creek - 2.13530792563km , Brainard Creek - 2.63993637148km , Baker Creek - 3.2379638km , Exline Slough - 5.83308734741km , Iroquois River - 6.32613131289km , Minnie Creek - 8.07733321206km , Wiley Creek - 8.5565660567km , Langham Island - 11.52312171392km , Farr Creek - 11.83205131468km , Trail Creek - 12.23159155458km , Koops Island - 13.96784854844km , South Branch Rock Creek - 14.40365309019km , Tower Creek - 14.66673652534km , Canavan Creek - 14.68617465325km , Parish Island - 14.85427091619km , Cote Lake - 15.55422110016km , East Branch Tower Creek - 15.59353741613km , Lake Manteno - 15.92823753556km , Smith Islands - 17.73035622893km , Langan Creek - 17.96037051849km , Black Walnut Creek - 18.20126652396km , Marshall Slough - 18.49771186613km , Bertrand Branch - 19.12344149513km , Lehigh Raymond Run - 19.55128037482km , Trim Creek - 20.3787632819km , South Bonfield Branch - 20.63772619893km , Cantway Slough - 20.95913354908km , Horse Lake (historical) - 21.05712216699km , Vails Island - 21.25411517726km , South Branch Forked Creek - 21.40489537666km , North Bonfield Branch - 21.42729957096km , Hoffman Island - 22.15505770473km , Rayns Creek - 22.63842018599km , Lake Metonga - 22.72248598979km , East Branch Horse Creek - 23.20315491048km , Terry Creek - 23.51992877995km , Bull Creek - 26.32692804426km , Hooper Branch - 27.60007698447km , Doyle Lake Dam - 29.84506613777km

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