Fishing Report
Belleau Lake Fishing Report
Des Plaines, IL
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Sep 8, 2026 at 1:41 PM CDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
42.034414, -87.868449
Est. water temp
87°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: Des Plaines (Cook County, IL).
Today’s bite
Bluegill fishing report
Best window today: 7 PM (Excellent · 84/100)
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How to catch them at Belleau Lake
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 10-20 ft
Bluegill fishing report →Largemouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 8-20 ft
Largemouth Bass fishing report →
Location
Belleau Lake · 42.0344, -87.8684
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Belleau Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Bluegill and Largemouth Bass in Belleau Lake.
When's the best time to fish Belleau Lake?
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Belleau Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Belleau Lake?
Belleau Lake is near Des Plaines, IL, at 42.0344, -87.8684.
Plan your trip to Belleau Lake
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