South Central Region Fishing Reports
Fishing reports provide general angling information from KDWP 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 https://www.facebook.com/KDWPFisheries.
MCPHERSON STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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: 6/2/2025
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel catfish | Good | 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 shallow structure. |
| Largemouth Bass | Poor | Up to 6lbs | Try using soft plastics or crank baits near shallow structure. |
| General Comments | |||
BLACK KETTLE STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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). |
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BUTLER STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 7/3/2025
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Catfish | Fair to Good | up to 26 inch | Creel limit 2/day Length Limit 15-inches Stinkbaits, prepared baits, and worms are good summertime catfish baits. Windy shorelines hold the most channel catfish at Butler as the wind blows food into the waiting fish. There has been some good action in the upper end on worms during inflows. |
| Largemouth Bass | Good | up to 18 inch | Jigs, plastics, and crankbaits have produced fish over the past week. Fish are being found shallow early and late in the day and off the banks during mid-day hours. |
| 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 jigs and minnows throughout the lake, especially near cover. |
| Bluegill | Fair | up to 7 inch | Small live bait presentations near shoreline cover. |
| General Comments | |||
CHASE STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 7/3/2025
| 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 | 13 to 20 inches | Harvest regulations include a 15-inch minimum length limit and 5/day creel limit. Prepared baits and worms fished on the bottom. Night crawlers in the upper end during inflows has been productive. |
| Largemouth Bass | Fair | 10 - 17 inches | There is a 13 to 18 inch slot limit on Largemouth Bass in effect at the lake. Spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and plastics fished near cover, piers, and weedlines. |
| Saugeye | Fair | up to 22 inches | Saugeye can be found on rocky substrates across the lake. Good bait choices include 4 inch flukes fished on 1/8 - 1/4oz jigheads. |
| Spotted Bass | Fair | up to 13 inches | Same as largemouth bass report. |
| Bluegill | Fair | 5-7 inches | Small jigs or live bait fished a couple feet below a float are good choices. Bluegill can be found along the piers in the rocky and woody cover. |
| Crappie | Fair | up to 12 inches | Jigs or minnows on breaks or brush in water 8 to 14 ft deep. |
| General Comments | |||
CHENEY RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 5/30/2025
| 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 to Good | Up to 27" | Crank baits, live bait, and jigs near wind blown points and shores. |
| Walleye | Poor to Fair | Up to 27" | Large crank baits, jigs, and crawlers near shallow flats. |
| Crappie | Fair | Up to 17" | Try using jigs or minnows near shallow structure. |
| Blue Catfish | Fair | Up to 50lbs | Fish with live bait or cut bait near windblown flats. Reports of small (10"-24") 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 shallow. |
| White Perch | 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 6ft low. Most boat ramps are unusable. Use caution when boating. | |||
COUNCIL GROVE CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 7/6/2025
| 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 | 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/Good | 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: 7/6/2025
| 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 | 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: 7/3/2025
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluegill | Fair to Good | up to 8 inch | Small jigs or live bait under a float fished near brushpiles and rocky shorelines. |
| Channel Catfish | Fair | up to 20 inch | 15-inch minimum length limit 5/day creel limit Stinkbait or nightcrawlers on shorelines with the wind pushing in. |
| Largemouth Bass | Fair to Good | up to 16 inch | Jigs, plastic worms, and crankbaits on shoreline cover and along weedlines. |
| Redear Sunfish | Fair to Good | Same as bluegill | |
| General Comments | |||
EL DORADO RESERVOIR - Last Updated: 7/3/2025
| 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 | Fair to Good | 17-25 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 will be moving to shallow points and shorelines and wind will be beneficial concentrating the feeding fish. Casting jig and plastics or small inline spinners is productive. Keep an eye out for for surface feeding activity early and late in the day. |
| White bass | Fair | 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 to Good | Up to 15+ inches | 20/day creel limit Crappie are being caught on brush piles in deeper water 10 to 15 feet deep. As always, jigs or minnows are the go to baits 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. Blue catfish have been caught in the creeks with the inflows. Worms are always a great choice when fishing moving water. Fresh cut bait is always a good selection in the lake. Boaters are catching blues both drifting and anchored throughout the lake. Harvest of legal length blue catfish is encouraged, especially blues in the 18 to 26 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 catch has been sporadic this week with fish being found in a wide variety of depths and locations. Fish have moved in to the summer flats pattern and can be caught by drifting a jig and crawler or pulling spinners with crawlers or leeches. Fish also being caught on trolled crankbaits along points, breaks, roads, and other structure. |
| General Comments | |||
| 2.9 ft above Normal Pool, releasing 13 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: 6/2/2025
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Catfish | Fair to Good | 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 shallow structure. Crappie should be spawning! |
| 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 | |||
KINGMAN STATE FISHING LAKE - Last Updated: 6/2/2025
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel catfish | Fair | Up to 3lbs | Stink bait or cut bait lake wide. |
| Largemouth Bass | Fair | Up to 3lbs | Weedless soft plastics and top water. |
| Bluegill | Fair to Good | Up to 9" | Worms or jigs under a bobber. |
| Crappie | NA | ||
| General Comments | |||
| The lake is now full. Stockings have begun but most fish will need another year to reach catchable size. The vegetation is very thick throughout the lake making boating and angling challenging. | |||
MARION COUNTY LAKE - Last Updated: 7/3/2025
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Catfish | Good | up to 22 inches | Nightcrawlers or stink bait on windy shorelines. Worms in the upper end during inflows. |
| Crappie | Fair | up to 12 inch | 20/day creel limit Jigs or minnows on brush in 8 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. Jigs or plastics on rocky shorelines, points, and ledges in 5 to 9ft of water. |
| Saugeye | Few reports this week. | ||
| Bluegill | Fair | up to 8 inch | Small hooks and live bait/worms fished near rocks, piers, or brush. |
| White Bass & Wipers | No current reports | ||
| 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: 7/3/2025
| 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 windy points and shorelines. Fresh cut bait and stink baits are good baits for channel catfish. Cats also being caught by drifting nightcrawlers on flats and breaks. |
| White Crappie | Fair to Good | up to 13 inches | 20/day creel limit Crappie are being caught from main lake brush piles in water 9 to 15 feet deep on jigs and minnows. |
| Walleye | Fair | up to 23 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. Fish are on flats and points. Drifting jig and crawler combos is a productive method. Trolling small to medium sized crank baits is also producing. |
| White Bass | Fair to Good | up to 14 inch | Points, humps, and windblown shorelines on grubs, spinners, or spoons. Watch for surface feeding activity. |
| Wiper | Fair to 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 | |||
| 2.7ft Above Normal pool, releasing 1,038 CFS. Click HERE for the most up to date lake level information. | |||
SEDGWICK CO. - LAKE AFTON - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 | Good | 4"-8" | Use a small hook with a small piece of worm or panfish lures. White perch may not be possessed alive. |
| Channel Catfish | Good | up to 24" | Try hotdogs, liver, and cut bait. Harvest-sized Channel Catfish are stocked regularly in the Spring and Fall. |
| Crappie | Poor | up to 12" | Crappie should be moving shallow to spawn. Overall numbers of fish are low. Try crappie jigs and minnows in 2-5 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 spinnerbaits, soft plastic lures, and jigs. The population is low, so cover a lot of water to find them. |
| Saugeye | Poor | Most under 18" | 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 | |||
| Lake Afton was stocked with 3 rounds of Channel Catfish this spring! We will resume in late August or early September. 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: 7/3/2025
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Catfish | Good | up to 23 inch | Stink bait and shad sides fished on shallow, wind blown shorelines. Fresh cut bait is also a good bait choice. Good on nightcrawlers where the water is running in. |
| Wiper | Good | up to 23 inch | Wipers will be found on shallow points and shorelines on windy days. Casting jig and plastics, inline spinners, and small crankbaits work well. |
| Crappie | Fair | up to 11 inch | Look for crappie in the flooded timber and on brushpiles. |
| Saugeye | Fair | 15 to 24 inches | Crank baits or jigs along rocky, windy shorelines. Also drifting with jig and crawler on flats or along breaks. |
| 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. Lake has been above normal pool with the recent storms. | |||
WELLINGTON HARGIS CREEK - Last Updated: 7/3/2025
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Catfish | Good | Up to 5 lbs | Stink bait and nightcrawlers fished on the bottom on windy shorelines. |
| Crappie | Fair | 6 - 9 inch | Minnows or jigs under a float near cover |
| Largemouth Bass | Fair to Good | 9 - 15 inch | Jigs, crankbaits, or plastics near shoreline cover. |
| General Comments | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WICHITA - URBAN FISHING REPORT - Last Updated: 6/27/2025
| 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 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 | Fair | 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 lakes, Emery Park, Vic's Lake, and Chisholm North lake. |
| Bluegill | Good | Up to 8" | Bluegill are present in every lake in the area and can be targeted with worms and panfish lures. |
| Rainbow Trout | N/A | Up to 20" | Trout were stocked for the 2024-2025 season at SG County Park Vic's Lake and Slough Creek and OJ Watson Park. Try dough baits, salmon eggs, and panfish lures. A trout permit is not required after 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. If you catch a fish that looks like a white perch at any location not listed as an AIS water, please contact David Breth at the Wichita Regional Office 316-683-8069. Most lakes received 3 Catfish Stockings this spring. We will resume stockings in late August or early September. For more information, visit https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Special-Fishing-Programs-for-You/Urban-Fishing-Program | |||
WINFIELD CITY LAKE - Last Updated: 7/3/2025
| 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 | Crappie are being caught in the timbered coves on jigs and minnows. Depth varies from 8 to 16 feet. | ||
| Channel catfish | Fair to Good | up to 22 inch | Fresh cut bait and worms on wind blown points and shorelines. | ||
| Fair | up to 18 inch | Crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and plastics near shoreline cover for largemouth and rocky points and shorelines for smallmouth. Fish are up shallow early and late in the day and move to deeper water during the day. | |||
| White bass | Fair | 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. On days with no wind, look for the fish in deeper water off the points, along breaks, and along the old road. | ||
| Wiper | Fair | up to 24 inch | Same as white bass | ||
| Walleye | Fair | up to 24 inch | Walleye minimum length limit 18 inches. Walleye are on the points and flats. Drifting jig and crawler combos is a great technique this time of year. | ||
| 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 0.4 ft above normal as of July 3, 2025. | |||||