Thatcher Pond is a fishing pier in River Forest, IL. The next fishing pier is Schiller Woods in Harwood Heights, about 4.4 miles away.
| Type | Fishing pier |
|---|---|
| Address | River Forest, IL |
| Water | Thatcher Pond |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
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Thatcher Pond is in River Forest, Illinois. Open the map link to see where Thatcher Pond sits on the shore.
Thatcher Pond, in River Forest.
No fee information yet for Thatcher Pond, so if you know it, tell us and we'll add it.
In Illinois you generally need a valid fishing license, as for fishing from shore. Check the state wildlife agency for exceptions and free fishing days.
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