South Central Region Fishing Reports
Fishing reports provide general angling information from KDWPT staff. The department cannot update the reports on a regular, frequent basis. Many factors determine angling success, and fishing conditions and individual fishing success may vary from the report. Anglers are responsible for deciding what species to fish for, what methods to use, and where and when to fish. You can help fellow anglers by sharing successful fishing notes at http://www.facebook.com/kdwpt
MCPHERSON STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 2/29/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location | |
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Channel catfish | Fair | 1 - 5 lbs. | Try worms and cutbait on the bottom. | |
Crappie | Good | 8-14" | Reports of fish caught lake wide on jigs and minnows. | |
Largemouth bass | Fair | Up to 6 lb. | Try using soft plastics, spinner baits, and crank baits near structure. | |
Saugeye | Poor | 15-26" | No reports but try 1/8 and 1/4 oz. jigs tipped with worms along the dam, piers and upper end. | |
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ANTHONY CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 2/27/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel catfish | Fair | up to 12lbs | Try fishing cut bait, worms, or stink bait near shallow flats. |
Crappie | Poor | Up to 14" | Try jigs or minnows near structure. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor to Fair | Up to 5lbs | Try using soft plastics or jerk baits near structure. |
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BLACK KETTLE STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 2/29/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method, & Location |
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Crappie | Poor | 6" to 10" | Fish with small minnows and jigs around brush. There are a few nice crappie in the lake although most are fairly small. |
Bluegill | Poor | Worms under a bobber or very small jigs. | |
Channel Catfish | Fair | 2-6 lbs. | Fish with cut bait, stink bait, or chicken livers lake wide. |
Largemouth Bass | Fair | 12" to 20" | Fish shallow brush with Texas rigged softbait, jigs, and spinnerbaits. The water here is typically murky so try darker colored lures (black & blue, dark purple, green pumpkin). |
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BUTLER STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Slow to Fair | up to 20 inch | Creel limit 2/day Length Limit 15-inches Shad, cut bait, worms, and shad sides have produced some fish this week. Fishing baits on the bottom in areas with wind have been best. |
Largemouth Bass | Slow | A few fish were caught on the warmer days. Jigs and jerk baits produced fish. | |
Crappie | Slow | up to 8 inch | Most of the crappie at Butler are small with very few quality sized fish. Crappie can be caught on small minnows or jig and float near shoreline cover. |
Bluegill | No reports this week on bluegill | ||
General Comments | |||
Lake has refilled over the winter and boat ramp in again usable. |
CHASE STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Zebra Mussels Have Been Discovered in Chase State Fishing Lake. | Chase SFL is an ANS designated water. Read the news release HERE. Zebra mussel veligers (larval zebra mussels) are too small to be seen with the unaided eye and they can be found in boat livewells, minnow buckets, boat bilges, and anything else that is capable of holding even a small amount of water. Be sure to drain all equipment before leaving the lake to avoid moving veligers to other waters. THIS INCLUDES MINNOW BUCKETS AND BOAT LIVEWELLS AND BILGES!!! CLEAN DRAIN & DRY Every Lake, Every Time! Click HERE to learn how to prevent the spread of zebra mussels. | ||
Channel Catfish | Slow to Fair | Harvest regulations include a 15-inch minimum length limit and 5/day creel limit. Shad sides are a great choice during late winter. Fish on shorelines where the wind is blowing in. | |
Largemouth Bass | Slow | There is a 13 to 18 inch slot limit on Largemouth Bass in effect at the lake. Few recent reports this week. Larger slow moving baits such as jerk baits and jig and pig are excellent early season bass baits. Faster presentations can be used on the warmer days. | |
Saugeye | Slow | 4+-inch flukes along the dam, points, and rocky shorelines. | |
Spotted Bass | Slow | Same as largemouth bass. | |
Bluegill | Slow | Look for bluegill in shallow areas with cover during warm and sunny days. Small jigs or live bait are good choices. | |
Crappie | Fair | Jigs in brushpiles and along breaks. | |
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CHENEY RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 2/27/2024
SPECIES | RATING | SIZE | BAITS, LOCATION, METHODS |
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Zebra Mussels | Zebra mussels can be found attached to rocks lakewide. 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. Be sure to drain all equipment before leaving the lake to avoid moving veligers to other waters. THIS INCLUDES MINNOW BUCKETS, BOAT LIVEWELLS, AND BILGES!!! Click HERE to learn how to prevent the spread of zebra mussels. | ||
White Bass and Wiper | Poor | Up to 27" | Spoons, Flukes, and jigs near deep drop-offs. |
Walleye | Poor | Up to 27" | Try using big jigs or spoons on deeper points. |
Crappie | Poor to Fair | Up to 17" | Try using jigs or minnows near deep drop offs and brush piles. |
Blue Catfish | Fair | Up to 50lbs | Fish with live bait or cut bait near shallow flats. Reports of small (10"-20") Blue Catfish being caught. Be sure to identify your catch! |
Channel Catfish | Fair to Good | Up to 20lbs | Try fishing cut bait or stink bait near shallow flats. |
White Perch | Fair | Up to 12" | White perch can be caught in similar areas as White Bass and Wipers using smaller lures. Most White Perch are 5"-9". White perch cannot be used as live bait, but they do make good cut bait. For tips on identifying a white perch from a white bass, wiper or striped bass click HERE. All white perch in your possession must be dead. It is illegal to posses live white perch. |
COMMENTS | |||
The lake is still 5.25ft low. Most boat ramps are unusable. Use caution when boating. |
COUNCIL GROVE CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 3/12/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Zebra Mussel | Zebra mussels have been discovered in Council Grove City Lake. Click HERE for more information. | ||
Bluegill | Slow/Fair | near gravel banks and vegetation on small jigs and worms | |
Crappie | Fair | 10 ft deep near ledges on jigs and minnows | |
Channel catfish | Fair | near windy flats and flooded brush on cut bait and worms | |
Black bass | Fair | on jigs, spinnerbaits, or crankbaits 5-15ft deep near docks, points, and brush | |
Walleye | Fair | along dam and deeper points/banks on jigs and spoons | |
White bass | Fair | along dam and points on spinners and jigs | |
General Comments | |||
The City of Council Grove requires Aquatic Nuisance Species certification of anglers and boaters at Council Grove City Lake. You must have this certificate in your possession while fishing and/or boating at Council Grove City Lake. |
COUNCIL GROVE RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 3/12/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Zebra Mussels | Zebra mussels have been discovered in Council Grove Reservoir. Zebra mussel veligers (larval zebra mussels) 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. Be sure to drain all equipment before leaving the lake to avoid moving veligers to other waters. THIS INCLUDES MINNOW BUCKETS AND BOAT LIVEWELLS AND BILGES!!! CLEAN DRAIN & DRY Every Lake, Every Time! Click HERE to learn how to prevent the spread of zebra mussels. | ||
Channel Catfish | Fair | near wind blown flats and creek channel ledges on cut bait and worms | |
Saugeye | Fair/Good | near dam and gravel/rock points on jigs and worms | |
White Bass | Fair | along deep rock points and ledges on spinners and jigs | |
Wiper | Fair | a few in with white bass | |
Crappie | Fair/Good | 10-20 ft deep on minnows and jigs near points, brush, and ledges Creel limit 20/day | |
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Outlet fishing is slow/fair for catfish, white bass, and saugeye Click HERE for water level information. |
COWLEY STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Bluegill | Slow | Bluegill action will be improving as temperatures increase. Small live bait offerings under a small float fished near cover is a good method. South facing shorelines warm more quickly and hold fish earlier than shorelines. | |
Channel Catfish | Slow to Fair | up to 17 inch | 15-inch minimum length limit 5/day creel limit A few cats have been caught recently on worms and cut bait on windy shorelines. |
Largemouth Bass | Slow to Fair | Jerk baits along the south facing rocky shorelines and ends of fishing piers during the warmer days. | |
Redear Sunfish | Slow | Same as bluegill | |
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EL DORADO RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Zebra Mussels | Zebra mussel veligers (larval zebra mussels) 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. Be sure to drain all equipment before leaving the lake to avoid moving veligers to other waters. THIS INCLUDES MINNOW BUCKETS AND BOAT LIVEWELLS AND BILGES!!! CLEAN DRAIN & DRY Every Lake, Every Time! Click HERE to learn how to prevent the spread of zebra mussels. REMEMBER!! Zebra Mussels are also present in the Trout Area below the dam!! | ||
Wiper | Be sure to properly ID your catch as there is there is an 21-inch minimum length limit and 2/day creel limit on wiper.. Click HERE for tips on identifying wipers. | ||
White bass | Not many reports on whites and wipers this week. | ||
White Perch | Click HERE for info on properly identifying white perch. | ||
Crappie | Fair | Up to 15+ inches | 20/day creel limit Crappie are breaking out of their winter patterns and beginning to scatter. Crappie will be moving shallower as water temps continue to rise. Good baits are jig and float and minnow and float. |
Blue Catfish | Good | up to 40 inches, with a lot of 18 to 24 inch "eater" sized fish. | There is a 25 to 35 inch protective slot limit on blue catfish and a 5/day creel with no more than 2 blue catfish over 35 inches. The blue catfish bite has been good to very good recently. Fresh cut bait fished on the bottom in areas where the waves are blowing into shallow shorelines has been producing limits of unders with good catches of bigger fish in the 28 to 40 inch range. Blue cats are easily accessible from shore this time of the year and will continue to be for the next few weeks. |
Walleye | Fair | up to 26 inch | THE WALLEYE LENGTH LIMIT IS 21-INCHES WITH A 2/DAY CREEL LIMIT. Walleye are moving in to spawn mode and can be found on rocky and gravelly spawning areas. Males can be found in the spawning areas throughout the daylight hours, but the larger females don't go shallow until after sunset. Jigs, crankbaits, and jerkbaits are good lure choices during the spawn. |
Rainbow Trout | Slow | Up to 3 lbs | Trout season opened December 1 and trout action has been good. Trout were last stocked on Feb 1. This is the last trout stocking for the Fall '23 - Winter '24 trout season. Fish have been caught on power bait, small spinners, jigs, flies, and pink minnows. Daily creel limit is 5 trout per day. Trout permit is required. For more information on the Kansas Trout Program, go to https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Trout-Fishing-Program . |
General Comments | |||
2.25 ft below Normal Pool, releasing 6 CFS. Click Here for the most up to date lake level information. ZEBRA MUSSEL & WHITE PERCH WARNING! El Dorado Reservoir and the Walnut River below the reservoir contain zebra mussels and white perch. Take zebra mussel control precautions when leaving the lake, Trout Area, and Stilling Basin. For information on Zebra Mussels click Here. |
HARVEY COUNTY EAST LAKE - Last Updated: 2/27/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Fair | up to 24" | Try fishing cut bait, worms, or stink bait shallow. |
Crappie | Poor to Fair | up to 14" | Try a jig or minnow fished near structure. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | up to 20" | Try fishing soft plastics and jerk baits near structure. |
Saugeye | Poor to Fair | up to 25" | Fish with jigs or minnows near the dam or rocks. |
General Comments | |||
Water levels are very low. Use cation if launching a boat! |
KINGMAN STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 2/27/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel catfish | NA | ||
Largemouth Bass | NA | ||
Northern Pike | NA | ||
Crappie | NA | ||
General Comments | |||
The lake is still under renovation. Boat ramps are currently closed and the lake is still 2 feet low. Once water levels reach navigable levels, boat ramps will re-open. Fish stockings will begin this spring. The Salvage Order has been removed. Length and creel limits are in effect again! |
MARION COUNTY LAKE - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Shad sides or stink bait on windy shorelines | ||
Crappie | 20/day creel limit Jigs in the brushpiles and along dropoffs. Heated dock action continues to be sporadic. | ||
Bass | 13 inch to 18 inch slot limit 5 fish per day creel limit. Please harvest largemouth bass under 13 inches to improve effectiveness of this slot limit! Look for bass to be moving shallow with the warmer water temperatures. Larger, slow moving baits are good while water temps are still below the upper 40's and low 50's. | ||
Saugeye | Late winter saugeye are usually found along rocky areas in 5-7 feet of water where they can be caught on jigs, flukes, or jerk baits. | ||
Bluegill | A few bluegill were caught during the warmer days in shallow areas with southern exposure. | ||
White Bass & Wipers | Few reports this week | ||
General Comments | |||
Boat and bait inspections are MANDATORY at Marion County Lake to prevent the spread of Zebra Mussels and other Aquatic Nuisance Species. Protect our waters... don't forget to CLEAN, DRAIN, and DRY! |
MARION RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Zebra Mussels | Zebra mussels can be found attached to rocks lakewide. 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. Be sure to drain all equipment before leaving the lake to avoid moving veligers to other waters. THIS INCLUDES MINNOW BUCKETS, BOAT LIVEWELLS AND BILGES! | ||
Channel Cat | A few cats were being caught shallow during the warmer weather. Shad sides and cut bait are great late winter baits for channel catfish. Shallow points and flats where the wind is blowing in are great areas. | ||
White Crappie | Fair | up to 13 inches | 20/day creel limit Anglers are having fair success recently. Crappie are being found in the brushpiles in 10 to 18 feet of water. Jigs and minnows are producing. |
Walleye | NEW WALLEYE HARVEST REGULATIONS EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2022. 18 INCH MINIMUM LENGTH LIMIT 3/DAY CREEL LIMIT WITH NO MORE THAN ONE FISH 21 INCHES OR LONGER. Walleye are moving in to spawn mode and can be found along breaks just off of the spawning areas and also moving up on the spawning areas. Nighttime is the best time for spawning walleye. Jigs, crankbaits, and jerkbaits are popular choices. | ||
White Bass | Fair to Good | up to 14 inch | 8-15 ft of water near breaks and channels and also up on shallow points and floats during the warm and windy days. White bass have been in the shallower range with the wipers a little deeper. |
Wiper | Fair to Good | 18 to 24 inches | See white bass |
Coordinates for habitat cubes | 4 cubes N38 22.450’ W 097 04.669’ 4 cubes N38 22.455’ W 097 04.664’ 4 cubes N38 22.426’ W 097 04.694’ 3 cubes N38 22.757’ W 097.05.227’ 3 cubes N38 22.763’ W 097 05.211’ 3 cubes N38 23.407’ W 097 05.460’ 2 cubes N38 23.467’ W 097 05.384’ 2 cubes N38 23.478’ W 097 05.399’ 4 cubes N38 23.481’ W 097 05.408’ | ||
Coordinates for brushpiles and cubes. | The first 3 coordinates are for one large brushpile. | Coordinates mark areas with multiple habitat structures in the area. | N 38 21.907' W 097 05.562' N 38 21.912' W 097.05.560' N 38 21.920' W 097.05.557' N 38 22.425' W 097 04.697' N 38 22.767' W 097 05.208' N 38 22.757' W 097 05.227' N 38 23.250' W 097 05.491' N 38 23.357' W 097 05.470' |
Coordinates for brushpiles | Near shore brushpile placements fishable from shore in Cottonwood Cove. | N 38 23.438' W 097 05.398' N 38 23.436' W 097 05.404' N 38 23.428' W 097 05.402' N 38 23.426' W 097 05.405' N 38 23.499' W 097 05.393' N 38 23.489' W 097 05.399' N 38 23.480' W 097 05.401' N 38 23.472' W 097 05.398' | |
Coordinates for brushpiles constructed March 2018 | N 38 24.459' W 097 06.907' N 38 24.450' W 097 06.975' N 38 22.685' W 097 06.279' N 38 22.680' W 097 06.279' N 38 22.216' W 097 06.065' | ||
Coordinates for historical habitat sites that had brush added to them in March 2018. | N 38 21.911' W 097 05.569' N 38 22.426' W 097 04.702' N 38 22.776' W 097 05.220' | ||
Coordinates for new brushpiles constructed April 2019 | N 38 23.464' W 097 05.412' N 38 23.149' W 097 05.476' N 38 23.169' W 097 05.516' | ||
General Comments | |||
4.0 feet below Normal Pool, releasing 2 CFS. Marion Cove boat ramp is the best ramp for launching with the low water level. |
SEDGWICK CO. - LAKE AFTON - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Zebra Mussels | Adult Zebra Mussels were found 7/31/08 at Lake Afton. The zebra mussels reproduce during the warmer summer months and veligers (larval zebra mussels) are present in the water column. 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. Be sure to drain all equipment before leaving the lake to avoid moving veligers to other waters. THIS INCLUDES MINNOW BUCKETS, BOAT LIVEWELLS AND BILGES!!! Click HERE to learn how to prevent the spread of zebra mussels. REMEMBER!! Zebra Mussels are also present in Clearwater Creek below the spillway! | ||
White Perch | Fair to Good | 4"-8" | Use a small hook with a small piece of work or panfish lures. White perch may not be possessed alive. They make great cut (dead) bait for catfish! |
Channel Catfish | Good | up to 5lbs | Try cut bait or stink bait. Harvest-sized Channel Catfish are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall. |
Crappie | Poor | up to 12" | Crappie can be found in deeper areas of the lake near brush and drop-offs. Not many big fish in the lake |
Bluegill | Fair | up to 8" | Try a small piece of worm under a bobber around rocks and brush. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | up to 21" | Bass can be found near shorelines relating to deep water and off shore structures. Try crankbait and jigs. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resume! Visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program for more information. |
WELLINGTON CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Shad sides and fresh cut bait on windy shorelines. | ||
Wiper | Few reports this week, but look for wiper on shallow windy points and flats on the warmer days. | ||
Crappie | The deeper brush piles are holding crappie where they can be caught on jigs. | ||
Saugeye | Jerk baits and flukes along the old and new dam and windy flats. | ||
General Comments | |||
WELLINGTON HARGIS CREEK - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Fair to Good | Up to 8 lbs | Shad sides and worms fished on the bottom along windblown shorelines. |
Crappie | Fair | 6 - 9 inch | Minnows or jigs under a float near timber |
Largemouth Bass | Fair | 9 - 15 inch | Jigs, grubs, or smaller jerk baits fished near cover. |
General Comments | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 3/11/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
---|---|---|---|
Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 20" | The majority of public fishing waters around the Wichita Metro Area are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall with harvest-sized Channel Catfish. They can be easily caught on worms and hotdogs. |
Crappie | Fair | Up to 12" | Try using minnows or a small jigs in deeper areas of the lakes. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT Lakes, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake. |
Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 20" | Largemouth Bass can be found in most Wichita area lakes but catching can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Emery Park, Sunflower Pond, and Chisholm North lake. Stick to slow moving lures during the winter. |
Bluegill | Fair | Up to 10" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area. Try a small piece of worm or a small jig under a bobber. |
Rainbow Trout | Good | up to 20" | Last trout stocking has occurred at Vic's Lake, Slough in multiple pools, and OJ Watson Park (Section with Dock and Fountain). A Trout Permit is required for all anglers at these locations until March 31, 2023. Use floating dough baits, fliers, panfish jigs, worms, small spoons, or spinners. At Slough Creek, artificial lures with a single hook are allowed. |
General Comments | |||
Channel Catfish stockings have resumed! For locations and schedule, please visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and North Chisholm Lake. These are designated AIS waters, so no live fish can be transported from these locations INCLUDING SUNFISH FOR BAIT. In addition, no live white perch may be possessed, and anglers are encouraged to not release any caught back into the water. They taste similar to white bass! |
WINFIELD CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 3/15/2024
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method, and Location | ||
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Zebra Mussels | Zebra mussels were verified in Winfield City Lake in December 2006. Lake users should follow recommended control practices found HERE . Be sure to drain all equipment before leaving the lake to avoid moving veligers to other waters. THIS INCLUDES MINNOW BUCKETS AND BOAT LIVEWELLS AND BILGES!!! | ||||
Crappie | Fair | 9-12 inches | Jigs near the timber or on breaks in 10-18 feet of water. | ||
Channel catfish | Shad sides or fresh cut shad fished on wind blown shorelines is a great later winter/early spring cat tactic. | ||||
Black bass | No recent reports. Slash baits, jerk baits, or jig and pig are good later winter baits. South facing rocky shorelines would be a good place to look with the low water level. | ||||
White bass | No recent reports. Look for wipers and white bass on shallow wind blown points on warm days. | ||||
Wiper | No recent reports. | ||||
Walleye | Walleye minimum length limit 18 inches. Walleye are in spawn mode and will be found along the rocky spawning areas, points, shorelines, and dam. Flukes and jerk baits are good baits for spawn walleye and dusk to dawn is the best time for active fish to be in the shallows. | ||||
General Comments | |||||
The City of Winfield requires additional permits for anglers using the lake. Stop in to the lake office before fishing at the lake. Lake level is 3.8 ft low |