Poplar Creek Fishing near South Elgin, Illinois

Poplar Creek is a stream located just 1.4 miles from South Elgin, in Cook County, in the state of Illinois, United States, near Elgin, IL. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including striped bass, brown trout, crappie, bream/bluegill, carp and largemouth bass here. Whether you’re spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Poplar Creek.

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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