MCPHERSON STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
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.
General Comments
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ANTHONY CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 12/2/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel catfish	Fair	up to 12lbs	Try fishing cut bait, worms, or stink bait near flats.
Crappie	Poor to Fair	Up to 14"	Try jigs or minnows near structure.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 5lbs	Try using soft plastics or crank baits near structure.
General Comments

BLACK KETTLE STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method, & Location
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).
General Comments

BUTLER STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Good	up to 26 inch	Creel limit 2/day Length Limit 15-inches Cut bait, nightcrawlers, and prepared baits are producing fish. Fish feeders are done feeding for the year.
Largemouth Bass	Fair	12 to 18 inch	Bass can be caught spinnerbaits and plastics close to shore and in the vegetation.  Crankbaits and spinnerbaits are good lure options for covering some water and locating active fish.  Most bass activity has been taking place in the main lake area.
Crappie	Fair	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 jigs in 4 to 8 ft of water near cover or breaks.
Bluegill	Fair	up to 7 inch	Small live bait presentations near shoreline cover
General Comments

CHASE STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Zebra Mussels Are Present in Chase State Fishing Lake.			Chase SFL is an ANS designated water. 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!
Channel Catfish	Fair to Good	13 to 24 inches	Harvest regulations include a 15-inch minimum length limit and 5/day creel limit. Worms and stinkbaits off the piers.  Feeders are done feeding for the year.
Largemouth Bass	Fair	10 - 17 inches	There is a 13 to 18 inch slot limit on Largemouth Bass in effect at the lake. Dark and natural colored grubs, spinnerbaits, or small crankbaits in the coves in 5 to 8 feet of water.
Saugeye	Slow	up to 22 inches	Jigs or crankbaits on rocky shorelines.  Early and late in the day are best.
Spotted Bass	Fair	up to 13 inches	Small lipless crankabaits and grubs along the dam, rocky piers, and rocky shorelines.
Bluegill	Fair	5-7 inches	Small jigs or live bait are good choices.  Bluegill can be found along the piers in the rocky and woody cover.
Crappie	Fair	up to 12 inches	Crappie on brush and breaks in 8 to 15 ft of water.  Minnows and jigs are producing fish.
General Comments

CHENEY RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 12/2/2024

SPECIES	RATING	SIZE	BAITS, LOCATION, METHODS
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	Fair	Up to 27"	Spoons, live bait, and jigs near deeper points and channels.
Walleye	Poor	Up to 27"	Large jigs near deeper points.
Crappie	Fair to Good	Up to 17"	Try using jigs or minnows near structure in 20+ feet of water.
Blue Catfish	Poor to Fair	Up to 50lbs	Fish with live bait or cut bait near the river channel. Reports of small (10"-24") Blue Catfish being caught. Be sure to identify your catch!
Channel Catfish	Poor to Fair	Up to 20lbs	Try fishing cut bait or stink bait near deeper channels.
White Perch	Fair to Good	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 7.5ft low. Most boat ramps are unusable. Use caution when boating.

COUNCIL GROVE CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 11/18/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Zebra Mussel			Zebra mussels have been discovered in Council Grove City Lake. Click HERE for more information.
Bluegill	Fair		near gravel banks and vegetation on small jigs and worms
Crappie	Fair/Good		10 ft deep near ledges on jigs and minnows
Channel catfish	Fair/Good		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/Good		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: 11/18/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
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!
Channel Catfish	Fair/Good		near wind blown flats and creek channel ledges on cut bait and worms
Saugeye	Fair		near dam and gravel/rock points on jigs and worms
White Bass	Fair/Good		along deep rock points and ledges on spinners and jigs
Wiper	Fair		a few in with white bass
Crappie	Fair		10-20 ft deep on minnows and jigs near points, brush, and ledges Creel limit 20/day
General Comments
Outlet fishing is slow/fair for catfish, white bass, and saugeye Click HERE for water level information.

COWLEY STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Bluegill	Fair	up to 8 inch	Small artificial baits/jigs or live bait such as worms near brushy and rocky shoreline cover.
Channel Catfish	Good	up to 24 inch	15-inch minimum length limit 5/day creel limit Channel catfish have been caught recently on worms and cut bait off points and the piers.
Largemouth Bass	Good	up to 18 inch	Plastic baits in 6 to 7 ft of water on the weed edges and brushpiles.  Crankbaits and spinnerbaits are also producing.
Redear Sunfish	Fair		Same as bluegill
General Comments

EL DORADO RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
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	Good	17-24 inch	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. Wiper are moving around a lot following the shad.  Watch for surface feeding activity in the early morning and evenings.  Curly tailed grubs, sassy shads, spoons, blade baits, inline spinners, and lipless cranks are all good choices.
White bass	Good	9-14 inch	See wiper report
White Perch			White perch can usually be found on mainlake breaks and rocky areas.  Small hooks and worms are always productive.  Most white perch at El Dorado are on the smaller side at 4 to 6 inches.
Crappie	Fair - Good	Up to 15+ inches	20/day creel limit Most crappie this week have been caught in depths of 8-16 ft near brush or river channels.  Minnows and jigs are always a good bait selection for crappie.
Blue Catfish	Fair	up to 40 inches, with a lot of 18 to 24 inch "eater" sized fish.	***ATTENTION ANGLERS!*** A new blue catfish harvest regulation is in effect.  The creel limit is now 10/day with no more than 1 blue catfish 30 inches or over. Blues can be found in the timbered river channels in the main lake.  Fresh cut bait is always a good blue cat bait.  Smaller sized cut baits have been more productive than larger baits. Blues will also hit worms, plastics, and crankbaits.  Harvest of legal length blue catfish is encouraged, especially blues in the 18 to 24 inch range.  The creel limit has been increased from 5/day to 10/day to allow anglers to harvest more blue catfish.
Walleye	Fair	up to 26 inch	THE WALLEYE LENGTH LIMIT IS 21-INCHES WITH A 2/DAY CREEL LIMIT. Walleye have been caught trolling crankbaits this week along old roads and across windy points and fllats.  Vertically fishing blade baits and spoons has also produced.
General Comments
2.8 ft below Normal Pool, releasing 5 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 Aquatic Nuisance Species click Here.

HARVEY COUNTY EAST LAKE - Last Updated: 12/2/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor to Fair	up to 24"	Try fishing cut bait, worms, or stink bait lake wide.
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 crank baits near structure.
Saugeye	Poor	up to 25"	Fish with jigs or minnows near the dam or rocks.
General Comments
Harvey County East Lake has been issued a Harmful Algal Bloom WARNING A harmful algal bloom is expected or present Water is unsafe for humans and animals. Avoid all contact with water. Inhalation of spray or aerosols may be harmful. Do not let pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water. If fish are caught, clean well with potable water and eat fillet portion only. Water levels are very low! Launching a boat from any ramp is not possible.

KINGMAN STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 9/13/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel catfish	NA
Largemouth Bass	Poor	8"-14"
Northern Pike	NA
Crappie	NA
General Comments
Water levels are very low and the vegetation is very thick. Stockings have begun but most fish will need a minimum of 1-2 years to reach catchable size. Some adult (8"-14") Largemouth Bass have been stocked. This will provide some opportunity for anglers this year. However, it will take a couple of years for the Bass population to reach ideal numbers and sizes.

MARION COUNTY LAKE - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Good	up to 22 inches	Nightcrawlers or stink bait on windy shorelines.
Crappie	Fair	up to 12 inch	20/day creel limit   Jig and minnow presentations in 12 to 15 ft of water.
Largemouth bass	Fair	11 to 17 inches	13 inch to 18 inch slot limit 5 fish per day creel limit. Spinnerbaits, crank baits and plastics on rocky shorelines, points, and ledges in 5 to 9ft of water.
Saugeye			Few reports this week.
Bluegill	Good	up to 8 inch	The bluegill bite has been good this week.  Small hooks and live bait/worms, small artificials, and small jigs or flies are producing.
White Bass & Wipers	Fair	10 to 22 inch	Trolling medium sized crankbaits on windy shorelines and off the points.
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! Lake is at normal pool.

MARION RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
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	Fair to Good	14 to 24 inches	Cats are being caught on shallow windy points and shorelines and also drifting baits in 5 to 9 ft of water.  Night crawlers, fresh cut bait, and stink baits are good baits for channel catfish.
White Crappie	Fair	up to 13 inches	20/day creel limit Crappie are being found in water 8 to 18 ft deep on brush piles or along breaks.
Walleye	Fair	16 to 25 inches	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. Trolling has been producing walleye this week.  Mid-sized crankbaits (#9 Rapalas) closely mimic the current size of the gizzard shad in the lake.
White Bass	Good	up to 14 inch	White bass and wipers are roaming the open water and are where you find them.  They aren't staying in one location for very long.  Good areas are points and flats where wind is pushing in waves.  Windy areas of the dam can be great for white bass this time of year.
Wiper	Good	18 to 24 inches	See white bass report
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 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
0.7 ft below Normal Pool, releasing 1 CFS.  Click HERE for the most up to date lake level information.

SEDGWICK CO. - LAKE AFTON - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Zebra Mussels			Adult Zebra Mussels were found 7/31/08 at Lake Afton. Zebra mussels reproduce during the warmer months and veligers (larval stage) are present in the water column. Veligers are too small to be seen with the unaided eye and 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!!! REMEMBER!! Zebra Mussels are also present in Clearwater Creek below the spillway!
White Perch	Fair	4"-8"	Use a small hook with a small piece of worm or panfish lures. White perch may not be possessed alive.
Channel Catfish	Poor	up to 20"	Try hotdogs, liver, and cut bait. Harvest-sized Channel Catfish are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall.
Crappie	Poor	up to 10"	Crappie should be relating to deeper structure and will be difficult to target from the shore. Try crappie jigs and minnows in 6-12 feet of water.
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 will move from shoreline habitats to deeper water throughout the day. Try crankbaits, soft plastic lures, and jigs. The population is low, so cover a lot of water to find them.
Saugeye	Poor	Most under 15"	2023 stockings of Saugeye may mean you'll catch a few more than usual! However, be mindful of the length regulation for harvest, as nearly all Saugeye in the lake will be too small to keep. Nightcrawlers, plastic grubs, and shad lures are your best bets.
General Comments
Last Channel Catfish stocking occurred on September 30. We will resume in April. Visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program for more information. Lake Afton is a designated Aquatic Invasive Species water. This means anglers cannot leave with live fish in their possession, including bluegill, green sunfish, or other baitfish.

WELLINGTON CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Good	up to 25 inch	Worms and fresh cut bait on windy shorelines.
Wiper	Fair to Good	up to 23 inch	Jig and plastic on windy shorelines, old dam, and new dam.
Crappie	Fair	up to 11 inch	Crappie are being caught in and around the brushpiles on minnows and jigs.
Saugeye	Fair to Good	15 to 24 inches	Jerk baits, jig and crawler, and curly tailed grubs along the old and new dam and windy flats.
General Comments
Fish attractors in the form of brushpiles have been added to the lake.  The brushpiles attract and hold a variety of species including crappie, bluegill, flathead catfish, and channel catfish.  You can find a map showing locations and GPS coordinates at https://ksoutdoors.com/fishhabitatmap on the KDWP website.  Zoom in on Wellington City Lake on the map and brushpiles will be marked with the orange dots.  Brushpiles have been added in 2022 and 2024.

WELLINGTON HARGIS CREEK - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Good	Up to 8 lbs	Stink bait and worms fished on the bottom.
Crappie	Fair	6 - 9 inch	Minnows or jigs under a float near cover
Largemouth Bass	Fair	9 - 15 inch	Jigs, grubs, or smaller jerk baits fished near cover.
General Comments

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 12/3/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method & Location
Channel Catfish	Poor	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 caught on worms and hotdogs.
Crappie	Poor	Up to 12"	Try using minnows or a small jigs. Crappie fishing is best at the KDOT West, SG County Park, OJ Watson Park, and Chisholm North lake.
Largemouth Bass	Poor	Up to 18"	Largemouth Bass can be found in most area lakes but catching them can be tough due to low populations and high angling pressure. Your best opportunities to catch bass are at the KDOT lakes, Andover, Derby, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake.
Bluegill	Fair	Up to 8"	Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures.
Rainbow Trout	Good	Up to 20"	Trout have been stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and OJ Watson Park by the dock and fountain. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is required of all anglers at these locations from December 1 to March 31. Creel limit is 5/day.
General Comments
White Perch are present at KDOT West, SG County Park Lakes, South Lake, and Chisholm North 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.

WINFIELD CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 11/8/2024

Species	Rating	Size	Baits, Method, and Location
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 or minnows in 12-15ft of water near timber or brush.
Channel catfish	Fair to Good	up to 22 inch	Worms and prepared baits on windy points and shorelines.
Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass	Fair	up to 18 inch	Largemouth are being found along or just outside flooded vegetation in the coves and smallmouth are on rocky points and shorelines.  Jerkbaits, crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and plastics have all produced fish.
White bass	Fair to Good	10 - 14 inch	Look for wipers and white bass on shallow wind blown points.  White curly tailed grubs, small lipless crankbaits, and roadrunners are good selections.
Wiper	Fair	up to 24 inch	Same as white bass
Walleye	Fair	up to 24 inch	Walleye minimum length limit 18 inches. Trolling crankbaits and drifting jig and crawler on the north shore flats and points.  Also along the old road.
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 2.3 ft below normal.