Marion County Lake Fishing Report -
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Catfish | Fair | up to 20 inches | Shad sides or stink bait on windy shorelines |
| Crappie | Fair | up to 12 inch | 20/day creel limit Crappie are approaching the spawn and are moving towards shallower cover. Good spawning presentations include jig and float and jig and minnow. |
| Bass | Fair | 13 inch to 18 inch slot limit 5 fish per day creel limit. Bass activity is approving as water temperatures increase. Plastic worms and grubs near shallow cover are producing on warmer days. | |
| Saugeye | Fair | Few reports this week | |
| Bluegill | Fair | A few bluegill were caught this week during the warmer days in shallow areas with southern exposure. | |
| White Bass & Wipers | Few reports this week | ||
| General Comments | |||
| Boat and bait inspections are MANDATORY at Marion County Lake to prevent the spread of Zebra Mussels and other Aquatic Nuisance Species. Protect our waters... don't forget to CLEAN, DRAIN, and DRY! | |||