Cast n Chill 100% Completion Guide: Catch All Legendary Fish and Unlock Every Trophy (+DLC)

Last Updated on 23 December, 2025

Cast n Chill offers a rare blend of serene atmosphere and deep, rewarding mechanics. While the game presents itself as a relaxing escape, the path to a 100% completed logbook and a full achievement list requires strategy, patience, and a bit of overthinking.

This guide serves as your comprehensive companion for every river, lake, and sea. We break down the economy, detail every species, and provide a step by step walkthrough for every single achievement. Whether you fish actively to maximize your gold or enjoy the steady progress of idle mode, the following sections provide the data you need to conquer the waters. So, grab your favorite rod, settle into your boat, and prepare to explore the diverse waters from the sun-drenched Goldenfork River to the icy depths of Lake Hunkerdown.

Core Mechanics and Gear Strategy

Success in Cast n Chill starts with the right equipment. You cannot simply throw any lure into the water and expect a trophy catch. You must first identify your target species and its size variant. The game categorizes fish into sizes including S, M, L, XL, and the massive XXL. Each size requires a specific rod and lure combination. For example, if you hunt for a large King Salmon, you should use the Timberjack rod with a Glidebait. If you aim for the XXL version, you must upgrade to the Horizon Caster and a Deep Glidebait.

Unlocking new zones requires you to consistently catch new species. Pay close attention to the jar in Rusty’s shop. You must tip the jar whenever an alert appears to progress. Catching new species also unlocks more advanced lures, which are essential for reaching the rarer, larger variants of fish. This progression loop ensures that your arsenal grows alongside the challenges you face in deeper waters.

When you engage in a fight with a fish, prioritize line length over line strength. A longer line gives you more room to manage the stress of the fight. If a fish swims away, a long line prevents an immediate break. You should only reel when the fish moves toward your boat. If the fish pulls away, stop reeling after your line pops two or three times. This technique mimics real world drag systems and prevents the fish from letting go. Maintaining this discipline allows you to land even the most aggressive legendary specimens without snapping your equipment.

The Economics of Fishing

At length, gold drives your progression, allowing you to buy every rod, boat, and upgrade in Rusty’s shop. You have two ways to earn: Active Fishing and Idle Fishing. Active fishing always yields the best results. You earn double the gold compared to idle mode, and you have the chance to land Legendary fish, which do not appear during idle play. In active mode, profitability depends on your gold earned per hour. Your time is the only investment, so you should focus on fish with high value per pound ratings.

Idle mode received a significant buff in recent updates. The game now automatically sets your gear loadout to match available fish if your current setup fails. While this increases efficiency, the 50% value penalty remains. To maximize idle profits, manually set your gear for the largest fish in the area before you activate Idle Mode. This ensures the auto gear feature only triggers once your primary targets are gone. Efficiency is key when you want to fund those expensive Horizon Caster upgrades.

Profitability by Location (Idle Mode)

Researchers have tested various locations to find the most lucrative spots for passive income. The Rapids currently stands as the most profitable location in the game for idle players.

1. The Rapids (Grizzlyridge River): 2600g/hr (The current gold standard for efficiency).
2. Underwater Meadow (Fawnmirror Lake): 1350g/hr.
3. Picnic Point (Fawnmirror Lake): 1350g/hr.
4. The Mistwood (Goldenfork River): 1250g/hr.
5. Eagle’s Nest (Grizzlyridge River): 1100g/hr.
6. Fisherman’s Rest (Fawnmirror Lake): 1000g/hr.
7. Beaver Dam (Goldenfork River): 850g/hr.
8. The Fork (Goldenfork River): 750g/hr.

Fish Market Values

Understanding the gold value of each species helps you prioritize your targets. Use this table to identify which fish provide the highest return on investment for your active fishing sessions. We calculated these numbers by taking the rewarded gold and dividing it by the imperial units of the associated fish.

Fish Value Table

Goldenfork River: The Beginning

Your journey starts at the Goldenfork River. This region introduces the core mechanics and a variety of common species. Beginners should spend time here to learn lure types before moving to more aggressive waters.

The Fork

This is the first location you visit. The Legendary Walleye appears here during the Day. Use a Spoonbait to target it.

1. Bluegill Sunfish: Found at The Fork and Picnic Point. Use a Bobber. Catch the Medium variant for the trophy entry. It has an uncommon rarity.
2. Brown Trout: A common sight here and at Beaver Dam. Use a Crankbait to catch sizes including S, M, L, and XL Trophy.
3. Smallmouth Bass: Very common. Use a Crankbait for sizes S, M, and L Trophy.
4. Threadfin Shad: Use a Bobber for this common S size fish.
5. Walleye: This uncommon fish comes in S, M, L, and XL Trophy sizes.

Beaver Dam

Visit this spot at Dusk to find the Legendary Largemouth Bass.

1. Bullhead Catfish: An uncommon catch using a Dropshot. It reaches L Trophy size.
2. Crappie: A common species that you can catch with a Spoonbait in S and M sizes.
3. Largemouth Bass: Use a Jighead. This uncommon fish appears in M, L, and XL Trophy sizes.
4. Longnose Sucker: Catch this uncommon fish with a Dropshot in S or M Trophy sizes.

The Mistwood: Rare Finds

The Mistwood serves as a transition zone with several rare species and a unique atmosphere. You must visit at Dusk to land the Legendary Burbot. This area requires a bit more patience as the rarity of the fish increases significantly.

1. Burbot: This rare species responds well to Spoonbait. It reaches XL Trophy size and is the legendary variant for this zone.
2. Creek Chub: An uncommon S size fish that requires a Spinnerbait.
3. Rock Bass: A rare species. Use a Dropshot to find S and M variants.
4. Shorthead Redhorse: An uncommon fish. Use a Dropshot for M and L sizes.
5. Steelhead: Found here and at Safety Cove. Use a Spinnerbait for M, L, and XL Trophy sizes. It has an uncommon rarity.

Grizzlyridge River: The Rapids and Eagles Nest

Grizzlyridge River offers some of the highest profit margins in the game, particularly at The Rapids. The water here is fast, and the fish are strong, so ensure your rod is ready for a fight.

The Rapids

At Night, the Legendary Muskie roams these waters. This location provides a staggering 2600g per hour in idle mode.

1. Brook Trout: Use Topwater lures for these uncommon S, M, and L Trophy fish.
2. Chum Salmon: A common species found here and at Seals Rest. Use a Jighead for L and XL sizes.
3. Coho Salmon: An uncommon fish also found at Craggy Reef. Use a Jighead for sizes up to XL.
4. Mountain Whitefish: Common. Use Topwater lures for S, M, and L sizes.
5. Muskie: A rare find. Use a Spoonbait for L, XL, and XXL Trophy variants.

Eagles Nest

This high altitude spot hides the Legendary Cutthroat Trout, which appears during the Day.

1. Arctic Grayling: Use a Spinnerbait (Fluoro). This rare fish comes in S, M, and L sizes.
2. Cutthroat Trout: A rare catch. Use a Spinnerbait for sizes up to XL.
3. Longnose Dace: Common. Use a Bobber (Fluoro) for the S size variant.
4. Masu Salmon: Rare. Use a Spoonbait. It is also found at Craggy Reef.
5. Sockeye Salmon: Uncommon. Use a Spoonbait. You can also find it at Divers Drop.

Fawnmirror Lake: A Trio of Zones

Fawnmirror Lake is a versatile region with three unique fishing spots. Each zone has a distinct legendary fish that requires a specific arrival time.

Underwater Meadow

The Legendary Northern Pike appears here at Night.

1. Cisco: Uncommon. Use a Bobber for S and M sizes.
2. Northern Pike: Uncommon. Use a Bladebait for sizes up to XXL.
3. Rainbow Trout: Uncommon. Use a Bladebait for M, L, and XL variants.
4. Tiger Trout: Rare. Use a Spinnerbait. Also found at Picnic Point.
5. Yellow Perch: Rare. Use a Wacky Worm for S and M variants.

Picnic Point

Check this location at Dawn for the Legendary Lake Trout.

1. Lake Trout: Uncommon. Use a Spinnerbait for M, L, XL, and XXL variants.
2. Lake Whitefish: Common. Use a Wacky Worm for S, M, and L variants.
3. Mooneye: Rare. Use a Spinnerbait (Fluoro) for S and M variants.

Fisherman’s Rest

The Legendary Common Carp swims here at Dawn.

1. Arctic Char: Uncommon. Use a Bladebait for M and L variants.
2. Common Carp: Common. Use a Crankbait for sizes up to XXL.
3. Goldeye: Rare. Use a Spinnerbait (Fluoro) for S and M variants.
4. Round Whitefish: Common. Use a Dropshot for S and M variants.
5. White Sucker: Common. Use a Dropshot for S, M, and L variants.

Icewater Sea: Deep Salt Adventures

The Icewater Sea introduces massive saltwater species and high value targets like the Atlantic Salmon. The scale of the fish here dwarfs most river species, requiring heavy equipment.

Watchers Point

Hunt the Legendary Atlantic Salmon here at Night.

1. American Shad: Common. Use a Bobber. Also found at Safety Cove.
2. Atlantic Salmon: Rare. Use a Crankbait for L, XL, and XXL variants.
3. Lingcod: Uncommon. Use a Jighead for L, XL, and XXL variants.
4. Pacific Herring: Common. Use a Bobber. Also found at Craggy Reef.
5. Yelloweye Rockfish: Rare. Use a Spoonbait for L and XL variants.

Craggy Reef

The Legendary Lingcod appears here at Dawn. This location also hosts the rare King Salmon.

1. King Salmon: Rare. Use a Glidebait for L, XL, and XXL variants. Found here and at Safety Cove.
2. Masu Salmon: Rare. Use a Spoonbait.
3. Coho Salmon: Listed here as Uncomon in the logbook.

Safety Cove

Visit at Dusk for the Legendary King Salmon.

1. Pink Salmon: Uncommon. Use a Glidebait for M and L variants.
2. Steelhead: Uncommon. Use a Spinnerbait.

Old Wreck Bay: The Coastal Giants

Old Wreck Bay features some of the heaviest fish in the game, including the massive Pacific Halibut. So, this is the place for anglers seeking the true XXL giants of the sea.

Divers Drop

The Legendary Pacific Halibut hides here at Dusk.

1. Dolly Varden: Rare. Use a Spinnerbait. Also found at Seals Rest.
2. Eulachon: Common. Use a Bobber for S size.
3. Pacific Halibut: Uncommon. Reach XL and XXL variants with a Bladebait.
4. Striped Bass: Rare. Use a Crankbait for sizes up to XXL.

Seals Rest

The Legendary Striped Bass appears here at Dawn.

1. Capelin: Common. Use a Bobber for S size.
2. Chum Salmon: Common. Use a Jighead.
3. Greenland Halibut: Uncommon. Use a Bladebait for XL and XXL sizes.

New Horizons: Autumnwood and Hunkerdown

Recent updates expanded the world of Cast n Chill with new mechanics and environments. From the tranquil Shallows Edge to the frozen plains of Hunkerdown, there is always something new to discover.

Autumnwood Lake

This location introduces the Channel Fish and the White Sturgeon. Anglers can test their skills against these freshwater behemoths.

• Legendary Whiskered Warrior: Catch the trophy weight channel fish at Shallows Edge during the Night.
• Legendary Land Locked Lunker: Land the trophy weight White Sturgeon at Otter Cove during Dusk.

Lake Hunkerdown

The winter update introduces ice fishing. Drive your Snow Wolf XT1 snowmobile past the docks and dismount where the down arrow appears. Your character automatically drills a hole in the ice. This new mechanic changes the pace of the game significantly.

• Legendary Ice Monster: Land the trophy weight Tiger Muskie here at Night.

The Ultimate Legendary Fish Guide

Legendary fish are the largest size variants and complete the trophy entry for their species. They unlock specific achievements and can be caught again every 20 real time hours. Use this table as a quick reference for your daily trophy hunting routes.

The 100% Achievement Walkthrough

This section covers every achievement available in the game, including those from the Autumnwood and Hunkerdown updates. So, completionists should follow these steps closely to unlock every trophy on Rusty’s wall.

Core Gameplay Achievements

1. Gone Fishin’: Land your first catch in The Fork.
2. Good Friends: Pat your companion 10 times. Hold the click until 10 hearts appear.
3. Nap Time: Press the shortcut key Z to change the time of day.
4. Feeding Frenzy: Use the long bobber in Seals Rest to attract five capelin simultaneously. Sink and reel to dodge early nibblers until five fish nudge at once.
5. Fish Finder: Discover every single species of fish in the game. Use your logbook to find appropriate locations for missing species.
6. Rusty’s No.1 Customer: Purchase every item and upgrade for your rod and boat in Rusty’s shop.
7. Fish Whisperer: Catch and release one of every fish species. Move the cursor away from the boat until the red X appears.
8. Trophy Hunter: Catch a trophy weight fish for every species. You only need the trophy size for each species, not every size variant.

Camera Challenge Achievements

1. Above Board: Catch a Large size fish with the camera set to Always Above. Use Ol’ Blue Baitcaster and Big Crankbait at Fisherman’s Rest for a Common Carp.
2. Over Achiever: Catch an Extra Large size fish with the camera set to Always Above. Use a Horizon Caster and Big Spinnerbait at Picnic Point for a Lake Trout.
3. Whoa, Nelly: Catch an Extra Extra Large size fish with the camera set to Always Above. Use the Horizon Caster and Heavy Bladebait at Seals Rest for a Greenland Halibut.

Regional Legendary Achievements

1. Legendary White Tip: Land the Walleye at Goldenfork River, The Fork during Noon. Click on the empty wall mount in Rusty’s shop afterward.
2. Legendary Bucket Mouth: Land the Largemouth Bass at Goldenfork River, Beaver Dam during Dusk.
3. Legendary Slime Belly: Catch the Burbot at Goldenfork River, The Mistwood during Dusk.
4. Legendary Toothy Terror: Catch the Northern Pike at Fawnmirror Lake, Underwater Meadow during Midnight.
5. Legendary Quiet Giant: Land the Lake Trout at Fawnmirror Lake, Picnic Point during Dawn.
6. Legendary Mud King: Catch the Common Carp at Fawnmirror Lake, Fisherman’s Rest during Dawn.
7. Legendary Water Wolf: Catch the Muskie at Grizzlyridge River, The Rapids during Midnight.
8. Legendary Ember Jaw: Land the Cutthroat Trout at Grizzlyridge River, Eagles Nest during Noon.
9. Legendary Dock Breaker: Land the Pacific Halibut at Old Wreck Bay, Divers Drop during Dusk.
10. Legendary Bay Wanderer: Catch the Striped Bass at Old Wreck Bay, Seals Rest during Dawn.
11. Legendary Tide Runner: Catch the Atlantic Salmon at Icewater Sea, Watchers Point during Midnight.
12. Legendary Reef Growler: Land the Lingcod at Icewater Sea, Craggy Reef during Dawn.
13. Legendary Salt King: Land Ol’ Hanks lost trophy weight King Salmon at Icewater Sea, Safety Cove during Dusk.

Update and Combat Achievements

1. It’s You Again: Catch a fish, release it, and then catch it again. Target a legendary fish to make this easier as they are often alone.
2. Live Bait: Catch a fish with another fish. At Autumnwood Lake, Otter Cove, catch a small fish and wait for a large sturgeon to take it.
3. The One That Got Away: Use a weak rod like the Copperleaf 86 to fight a sturgeon for two minutes before letting the line break.
4. Legendary Whiskered Warrior: Land the trophy weight channel fish at Shallows Edge at Night.
5. Legendary Land Locked Lunker: Land the White Sturgeon at Otter Cove at Dusk.
6. Ice Breaker: Drill your first hole in the ice at Lake Hunkerdown using your snowmobile.
7. Hole Dozen: Catch 12 fish from a single hole in the ice. You can catch and release to save space.
8. Legendary Ice Monster: Land the Tiger Muskie at Lake Hunkerdown at Night.

Conclusion

Mastering Cast n Chill requires a balance of patience and data. So, by matching your equipment to the specific needs of each location and timing your visits for legendary spawns, you can conquer every waterway the game offers. Use this guide to optimize your gold per hour and fill your trophy room with the rarest specimens available. Whether you are drilling holes in Lake Hunkerdown or battling giants in Old Wreck Bay, success comes to those who prepare. Keep your line long, your reel steady, and your eyes on the legendary timers to become the ultimate digital angler.