Enjoy camping, water sports, fishing, hiking and hunting while experiencing this tranquil setting. Best Fishing Times: 12:00AM to 12:00AM. Stinkbaits, fresh cut bait, and worms are good summer baits. Targeting inflow is a popular method as the catfish will congregate there to feed. ZEBRA MUSSELS NOW IN RESERVOIR AND OUTLET! We have a spring and fall edition of our newsletters that you can subscribe to. Try using large jerk baits or spinner baits. 2 - Cold front will push crappie offshore. Anglers should note that tagged blue catfish that are not legal for harvest must be returned to the water immediately after recording the tag information. A trout permit is required to fish at Willow Lake during the trout season which is from November 1st to April 15th. Last Updated: 10/5/2022 Print, SHAWNEE STATE FISHING LAKE - Scroll down to find Crawford State Fishing Lake. Some baits to try would be jerkbaits, swimbaits, jigs, and live bait. small jigs or worms fished around deeper brush or timber. Anglers should try usingshad sides, shad gizzards, shrimp, nightcrawlers, and chicken liver. Get the kids, get your friends and Go Fishing. Use minnows or small jigs near structure. Best for 2022 should be for saugeye, crappie, and largemouth bass. While many anglers might associate El Dorado Reservoir with monster walleye, hard-fighting wipers, or slab crappie, blue catfish are developing a following in the 8,000-acre impoundment. You will also find current GPS locations of habitat structures placed by KDWPT fisheries staff to easily input into your sonar unit, or find if you are fishing from shore. water levels are good and lots of fish in the 2 to 4 pound range. Be sure to inspect your boat, boat trailer, and bait buckets prior to launching at Bone Creek to prevent the spread. Fishing has been really good this summer with lots of white bass being caught. Brushpiles are located on the southwest corner of the lake. HARVEY COUNTY EAST LAKE - Fish with jigs or minnows near the dam or rocks. All boat ramps are iced in at this time and the reservoir has approx. Trolling medium sized crankbaits on the north shore flats and in the upper end. Baits need to be fished slowly. Crappie numbers are looking good after being down the last two years. Make sure you drain all water from the boat before you leave the boat ramp area!!! White perch cannot be used as live bait, but they do make good cut bait. Join us for the OHH Rockies Fishing Tournament at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2021, at Tobacco Gardens Resort & Marina, Watford City, North Dakota. The best way to measure social distancing is with a fishing pole. Channel catfish from the rearing pond are stocked into this lake each fall. Crappie are still in the deeper brush piles. Fresh cedar tree fish habitat brush piles were installed this winter which may be located by using the map below. The road to South Owl will be closed for construction for up to 60 days, so the lake is essentially closed to boat traffic. Minnows and dark jigs are best. A large brush pile was created north of the boat ramp in the old creek channel and is marked with a fish attractor buoy. Use piece of nightcrawler or small jig at vegetation edges and rocky structures to target the panfish. Sampling indicates good numbers ofnice fish (9 to 12 inches) useminnows and milky white, pink jigs in 12 ft. East half of lake is better. Trout season opened November 1. Another goal for this lake is to improve blue cat angling. US Dept of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service Central Region Headquarters 7220 NW 101st Terrace Kansas City, MO 64153 10 to 18 deep near brush or timber on jigs. THE SNAGGING SEASON IS OPEN FROM MARCH 15 THROUGH MAY 15TH. Last Updated: 12/27/2022 Print. Have not had any reportsof fish being caught. http://kdwp.state.ks.us/news/KDWP-Info/News/Newsletter-Request-Forms/Request-a-Newsletter-for-the-Webster-Reservoir-Fishing-District, KIRWIN RESERVOIR - The following link will take you to the Kansas Water Watch website. Zebra Mussels have recently been found in Hillsdale Lake, and Linn Valley, Linn County, (Private Lake Development), we'd like to remind you to "Clean, Drain and Dry" your boat and equipment. Target wind-blown shorelines and shallow mud flats. A Wyandotte County trout permit is required for trout fishing. FALL RIVER RESERVOIR - For a map of these habitat locations and a bathymetric map of Woodson State Fishing Lake. You can call the Guard House to check on availability at (785) 456-6149. Most of the fish caught in the area of the hot water outlet have been the 1 to 2 pound range. Any time one leaves the reservoir it is best to clean mud, vegetation, or attached zebra mussel adults off of boats and other equipment, drain any thing on a boat or other equipment that holds water, and allow boats and other equipment to dry completely before using them at another body of water. PRATT COUNTY LAKE - For up-to-date information, look up the fishing report for the lake of your choice. The largemouth bass population continues to improve and I would now call it a good bass lake. Fish have moved to deeper water humps, ridges, and channels. Fish are moving shallow at night and are suspended over deeper water during the day. There are a high percentage of fish over 10 inches. Fish are moving into the shallows at night to feed. Try using big jigs or spoons in deeper water. The low releases rates will have them just below the dam. Last Updated: 11/21/2022 Print. Fishing below the dam can be good during low to moderate releases. Pott. Have had reports of fish being caught lake wide using worms under a bobber. The lake has maintained a great channel cat fishery for over ten years. You may call the Dodge City Regional office as 620-227-8609 to make a report. Pomona has a limited black bass fishery with some smallmouth bass being caught. This lake has a good population of shellcrackers. Project completion is dependent on weather. Trolling crankbaits or casting crankbaits and swimbaits or vertically fishing slab spoons over edges of points and shelves. Boulders south of the dam also hold some flathead catfish. Tobacco Gardens Resort A Little Bit of Heaven in the Middle of Nowhere 25-miles north of Watford City, nestled on the south shore of Lake Sakakawea, lies Tobacco Gardens Resort & Marina. The fourth rainbow trout stocking occurred on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 with a total of 1,200 rainbow trout (800 pounds). The lake contains a nice population of larger fish for a small State Fishing Lake. Click HERE for river flow data. The best way to measure social distancing is with a fishing pole. There are very good numbers of crappie in the reservoir now so success can be had throughout the year. Last Updated: 10/4/2022 Print. http://ksoutdoors.com/KDWPT-Info/Locations/Hunting-Fishing-Atlas/Fishing-Atlas/GPS-KML-Information-Files/Google-KMZ-file-of-Artificial-Habitat-Fish-Attractor-GPS, District Fisheries Newsletter. Crappie can be found throughout the different units on the wildlife area. Soft plastic baits and top water lures during calm days have been working best. Anglers are responsible for deciding what species to fish for, what methods to use, and where and when to fish. Bluegill and redear sunfish, or "shellcrackers", can be found lakewide near the shoreline. Kansas current state record was caught from the Missouri River, weighing in at more than 100 pounds. Last Updated: 10/4/2022 Print, POTTAWATOMIE STATE FISHING LAKE NO. Try a jig or minnow fished near deeper structure. DO NOT MOVE FISH OR BAIT TO DIFFERENT WATERS! Some boat ramps are unusable due to low water conditions. Largemouth bass fishing remains slow. Fish are in deeper water along the 10ft. Anglers can focus their efforts on brushpiles, which are located on the lower end on the southwest corner of the lake, drop offs and changes in depth located in close proximity to jetties, and coves. Be sure to stay up to date on information regarding Aquatic Nuisance Species. These locations should provide good opportunitiesfor bank anglers in the near future. There was a 6 pounder and a 7 pounder caught last week. White perch can be caught using similar methods as White Bass and Wiper. Redear can be caught jigging a chunk of worm near shoreline structure. Anglers need to check into the Jeffrey Energy Center Guard House located north of St. Mary's, then west off K-63 Hwy. Coordinates mark areas with multiple habitat structures in the area. Jetties are located on the north end as well as the east and west sides of the lake. Recent sampling indicates a good population with majority of fish 14 to 19 inches. Last Updated: 2/2/2023 Print. Most about 9 inches with some in the 12 inch range. Last Updated: 10/5/2022 Print, MIAMI STATE FISHING LAKE - This lake supports good fishing for big blue cats, good channel channel and flatheads. Last Updated: 9/1/2022 Print, As part of the Great Kansas Fishing Derby, 9 Channel catfish and one Largemouth Bass were tagged. Brown trout tend to be more seclusive than rainbow trout, so early morning and evening hours will be your best bet. The link is: http://kdwp.state.ks.us/news/KDWP-Info/News/Newsletter-Request-Forms/Request-a-Newsletter-for-the-Cedar-Bluff-Fishing-District, WEBSTER RESERVOIR - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpIJaiyW32k, For crappie anglers, watch this25-minute video that covers Kansas crappie fishing during spring, summer, fall, and winterhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sazyEuIT_bk. It is illegal to release any fish into public water unless it was taken from that water, so please discard any unused bait in a trash can. Live bait, such as green sunfish, and artificial lures are two types of fishing to try. The recent drop in water temperatures has greatly improved fishing conditions. Please use your best judgement when determining where you can fish, and make sure you follow local regulations. Crappie fishing remains good. North Dakota Ice Fishing Reports - Hunting ND Live~Tobacco Gardens GUESTS If you want access to members only forums on HSO, you will gain access only when you Sign-in or Sign-Up . For tips on spring bass fishing watch this KDWPT video at the following link! The dam is a great spot to start looking for smallmouth. This lake has great shoreline angling, lots of room to spread out, for social distancing. Unlimited access to the best fishing spot finder in the game. The 2022 sample showed robust numbers of bass with plenty over 18 inches. Fish can be caught just about anywhere on the lake. Crappie are feeding on small gizzard shad blown up on shoreline. September 23, 2020 January 18, 2021 ~ James Skinner. Best baits tend to be worms or commercial catfish baits. This is sent directly to your email. Areas near shore where the wind is blowing in. To help prevent the spread of invasive species, please CLEAN, DRAIN & DRY all equipment when changing water bodies, do not move fishand dump your bait. We recently restocked channel catfish so the density is really high. Make-Up Lakehas zebra mussels which makes thelakedesignated as a Aquatic Nuisance Species water. Try along dam and shoreline, use cut shad, worms, prepared baits. Rainbow trout & Brown Trout are managed under a combined daily creel limit of five fish. Anglers should focus on submerged trees that are in 15-20' that are in close proximity to depth changes, or creek channels. Largemouth bass fishing remains slow. Both Black and White Crappie occur in Osage SFL. The lake is low enough that you can easily locate the brush piles now. If venturing out on the ice, use extreme caution and always fish with a buddy. MARION COUNTY LAKE - El Dorado Reservoir and the Walnut River below the reservoir contain zebra mussels and white perch. The lake has filled back in and anglers are able to launch from the boat ramp again. Fly fishing opportunities are also present; hook sizes of 10-12 with a floating fly or popper may yield fish up to 8 inches. Sign up for the Mound City Fishing District Newsletter today! As District Fisheries Biologists, we send out a newsletter to inform anglers of fish sampling result, aquatic outreach events, fish stockings, and habitat improvement projects, for example. look for shad on the surface and cast close. Some being caught lake wide. It is illegal to release fish into public water unless it was taken from that water. If you would like the newsletter e-mailed to you click. Remember anglers -- A trout permit is required to be able to fish on the "Trout Pit" on Unit #30 during the trout season (November 1-April 15). A plant called Kinnikinnick once spanned the hillside. Shoreline anglers can focus their efforts on the rock jetties throughout the entire lake, however the jetties on the southwest side of the lake are in close proximity of brushpiles that may congregate channel catfish. Fish the creek mouth where the fresh water comes in and the fish are stacked up. Channel catfish can be caught on a variety of baits including nightcrawlers, chicken livers, and cut bait. The two species (walleye & sauger) are combined in KS regulations. The law now says that if anyone leaves the lake with water in your livewell or boat, you are subject to a ticket for transporting Zebra Mussels since they will spawn and the microscopic little mussels will probably be in every drop of water in the lake. A bobber and worm, a 1/16 ounce jig with a small twister tail, or a fly rod with a small fly are all good options to try in water less than 6'. Fish may not be transported alive from ANS designated waters. Largemouth Bass can be found in shallow water in 2-8 ft or near drop offs. Go fishing, the fish have to eat. use small baits, such as worms, jigs suspended under a float, in deeper water. Take zebra mussel control precautions when leaving the lake, Trout Area, and Stilling Basin. Georgia Cubes were added to six new locations. Zebra mussel veligers are too small to be seen with the unaided eye and they can be found in boat livewells, minnow buckets, boat bilges, water toys, and anything else that is capable of holding even a small amount of water. A state-issued permit is required. Field staff update the fishing reports each week through the fishing season, reporting on fishing success, lake levels, water temperatures, and other important information. Cedar trees were added to the lake in October of 2021 and spring of 2019 to enhance fish habitat and spawning structure.