Discover stunning Illinois lakes that come alive in spring with fresh blooms, quiet trails, and scenic water views perfect ...

Quiet lake towns, empty beaches, and fresh spring air. Discover peaceful lakeside escapes in Illinois perfect for a relaxing ...

Eight states have no USACE campgrounds: Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, Nevada, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Utah, and Wyoming. The ...

The largest artificial lake within Illinois' borders has plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities, including top fishing ...

Spring trout fishing season is approaching, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources is working to restock locations ...

In the field of fishing dreams, Mike McBride was in the bottom of the ninth inning with a big zero on his imaginary ...

Anietra Hamper, a travel writer who always packs her fishing gear, visited area waters and had a big time with small fish.

Fishing duo Cole & Jay prove that dirty lake conditions can be productive after they successfully land the largest crappie ever caught on the channel. Congress could be headed for a tipping point, ...

Spring arrives across the southern Midwest in waves. First come the warmer afternoons and the smell of fresh earth in the ...

Illinois opens 2026 spring trout season April 4 with 58 stocked sites including Lake Atwood and Sportsmans Club Pond; ...

The 2026 trout fishing season is set to open April 4 at 58 bodies of water throughout the state, including Morgan Lake in ...

News from the community includes items from Elmhurst University, Cook County forest preserves, Franklin Park, Westmont and ...