Illinois Creek Fishing near Crested Butte, Colorado

Illinois Creek is a stream located just 22.9 miles from Crested Butte, in Gunnison County, in the state of Colorado, United States, near Pieplant Mill, CO. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including brown trout and brook trout here. Alternate names for this stream include West Elk Creek.

Join us as we discuss the Colorado Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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