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202 miles

Fox River

The Fox River runs from southeast Wisconsin to Ottawa, Illinois, where it joins the Illinois River.

N50 mi
Course of the river, simplified. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

River facts

Length202 miles
SourceSoutheast Wisconsin
MouthIllinois River at Ottawa, Illinois
FishSmallmouth bass, flathead catfish, walleye

The Wikipedia page calls it known locally as an excellent fishery.

Listed fish are the species named for the river on its Wikipedia page. Check the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for river-specific regulations before you fish.

Lakes and flowages on the Fox River

Lakes in our guide on or connected to this river:

Source: Fox River (Wikipedia)

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