Lemont Quarry Fishing

Fishing

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Let's Go Fishing

The Heritage Quarries Recreation Area offers some of the best fishing in the Chicagoland area! With seven different quarry lakes, anglers can catch a variety of fish including Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Warmouth, Black Crappie, Yellow Bullhead, Gizzard Shad, and Carp!

Fishing license required

Fishing Details

Age:

All Ages

Price:

Free

Free Parking & Park Admission

Parking and admission to park are always free — we're a free-to-visit, pay-to-play adventure park.

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Book With Confidence

We get it. Plans sometimes change. We make it easy to cancel and reschedule your reservation.

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Where To Check-In

Park at parking lot 2 or 3, head across the east footbridge to the Kid's Area and Paddlesports Check-In to start fishing.

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Activity Information

Fishing License Requirements

All fishermen 16 years and older will need a valid Illinois Fishing License in order to participate.

Click the link to find a local vendor or apply for a 24-hour license. Get a fishing license

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where am I allowed to fish?

Fishing is allowed in select areas throughout the Heritage Quarries Recreation Area including the I&M Canal, Krueger Quarry, and the Great Lakes Quarry.

Fishing is not allowed in The Forge Quarry.

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New To The Forge?

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