Cast n Chill Legendary Fish Guide
Written by Rahul Gupta
Legendary fish in Cast n Chill are the rarest and heaviest fish in the game. Each region has one, and most weigh over 20 lbs. To catch them, you’ll need specific rods, lures, time of day, and upgraded gear.
You can change the time using the Snooze button at the bottom right of your screen.
Trophy Fish vs Legendary Fish
Trophy Fish
Trophies are the largest size for a species, usually 10 lbs or more. You’ll know you caught one if a trophy icon appears in the catch info. They sell for more than normal fish.
Legendary Fish
Legendaries are even heavier than trophies. These only appear in certain areas, at certain times, and need specific rods, lures, and upgrades. Each region has one legendary fish.
Legendary Mud King
Fish Type: Common Carp
Rod: Timberjack or Grizzly Rod (800g)
Lure: Deep Crankbait
Time: Dawn
Location: Near the abandoned boat launch between two rock crevices
Tips: Let go of the reel if it starts fighting hard or it will break
Legendary Water Wolf
Fish Type: Muskie
Rod: Grizzly Pole (800g, unlocked by tipping Rusty)
Lure: Huge Spoonbait (150g)
Time: Night
Location: End of the river, farthest out
Tips: Upgrade both rod strength and depth
Legendary Ember Jaw
Fish Type: Cutthroat Trout
Rod: Timberjack or Grizzly Pole
Lure: Big Spinnerbait
Time: Midday
Location: First rapids near the bear on the rock
Tips: Stay low and reel carefully
Legendary Quiet Giant
Fish Type: Lake Trout
Rod: Timberjack or Grizzly Rod
Lure: Big Spinnerbait
Time: Dawn
Location: Middle of the lake near rocks and trees, close to dock
Tips: Max out line strength and depth
Legendary Toothy Terror
Fish Type: Northern Pike
Rod: Timberjack or Grizzly Rod
Lure: Heavy Bladebait
Time: Night
Location: Near the dock, cast toward the bottom
Tips: Never reel when it’s pulling hard or it will snap immediately
Legendary Slime Belly
Fish Type: Rare Burbot
Rod: Timberjack
Lure: Heavy Spoonbait
Time: Dusk
Location: Just before the rock in the river, cast deep
Tips: No tips from Rusty on this one, figure it out by sight and timing
Legendary White Tip
Fish Type: Walleye
Rod: Maple Scout or better
Lure: Heavy Spoonbait
Time: Anytime, but only spawns at 19+ lbs
Location: End of the river
Tips: Use the Tackle Shop tip jar and plaque to learn about it, then fish the bottom for the green, white-bellied Walleye
Legendary Bucket Mouth
Fish Type: Largemouth Bass
Rod: Timberjack (400g)
Lure: Jighead (50g)
Time: Dusk
Location: Middle of the river
Tips: Tip Rusty at the Tackle Shop to unlock info, look for the largest Largemouth at dusk
Final Blurb
Catching legendary fish in Cast n Chill takes the right setup, timing, and a bit of patience. Use the right rod, buy the proper lure, upgrade your gear, and make sure to snooze to the correct time of day.
Each legendary fish is tied to a location and will always be the biggest version of its species.
FAQ
Q: What makes a fish “Legendary”?
It is the largest version of a species, usually 20 lbs or more, and only spawns under specific conditions.
Q: How do I know if I caught a legendary?
It will say “Legendary” in the catch info and have a trophy icon.
Q: Do I need to use the Snooze feature?
Yes, time of day is required for all legendary fish to appear.
Q: Where do I learn about each legendary fish?
Use the tip jar and plaque in the Tackle Shop, or follow the guide above.