Jackson Park Beach Fishing near Chicago, Illinois

Jackson Park Beach is a beach located just 6.2 miles from Chicago, in Cook County, in the state of Illinois, United States, near Grant Village, IL. Whether you’re baitcasting, spinning or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Jackson Park Beach.

Join us as we discuss the Illinois 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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