Mokena lies within Cook County, Illinois. Its population sits near 19,923. Set out by distance: Gun Club Lake out at 1.7 miles to the south, Scuds Lake out at 3.4 miles, Lake George out at 8.5 miles to the east with Turtlehead Lake out at 9.1 miles. Scuds Lake fishes short: get the depth right and the distanc
| Issuing agency | Who needs a license | Resident annual | Non-resident annual | Non-resident short-term | Saltwater requirement | License-free days | Official source (last verified) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) | Ages 16 and older | $15.00 | $31.50 | 24-hour, 3-day | Not applicable — no coastline | Announced annually | Agency pageVerified 2026-08-13 |
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