Monday, April 17th Sorting may be needed. Rainbow Trout Excellent: The Bellevue kids trout pond is open and relatively vegetation free. Courtesy docks are in. Walleye Fair. The fish have been restocked and are growing fast. Paddlefish No Report: Paddlefish season is open through April 15th. Walleye Fair: Anglers have picked up a few from shore in the evenings; the bite is slow to fair. Support conservation in Iowa by buying a natural resource plate for your vehicle. Rainbow Trout Good: Trout were recently stocked. Mississippi River Pool 13 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Some boat ramps may be under water due to high river conditions. Lake Macbride White Sucker Fair: The sucker bite is picking to prepare for spawning. All things considered, Lesters strong suit is shallow fishing, and his last two finishes have been Top 10s, so he has some good momentum rolling into Murray. Water temperature is in the upper 50s. Brown TroutGood: Try fishing near or around logs or undercut banks. Walleye No Report: Walleye spawning season has started; high water and winds have hampered any attempts to angle for them. Flood stage is 15 feet. Most facilities should be opening next week. Discovery Park Pond West Okoboji Lake. Winnebago River Check us out on Facebook@IowaBassTournaments. At the upper end, work the flooded stumps by the foot bridge. Mississippi River Pool 16 The shoreline meanders in and our of coves for about 8 miles. 2023 Fishidy. Anglers are picking up fish in Town Bay, along shore near Ice House Point, and in the fish house. Black Crappie Good: Try minnows fished along cedar tree brush piles to catch crappies of all sizes. The current lake level is 904.87 msl; recreation pool is 904 msl. Water temperature is near 54 degrees. Rathbun may be one of Iowas top lakes for crappies in 2005, but Lake Odessa may earn the title of the best lake for crappies once all the fish are filleted at the end of the season. You need a valid fishing license and pay the trout fee to fish for or possess trout. Channel Catfish Slow: Try cut bait fished along wind-blown shorelines to catch all sizes of channel catfish. Walleye No Report: Cast jigs and ringworm plastics tipped with a minnow. Black crappie will start to move up into the pontoon arm of the lake as water temperatures warm. Lake Darling (Washington): The lake is in the process of being drained and the water level had dropped about six feet. Water temperature is 55 degrees. Contact the Rathbun Fish Hatchery at 641-647-2406 with questions about fishing in south central Iowa. There has been some good insect hatches with the recent warmer temperatures. Ingham Lake Thats a real possibility when camping. Water temperatures are near the 50s. White Bass Fair: Some white bass are being caught in Belle Pocket. Water temperature is in the upper 50s. Black Crappie Fair: Try jigs fished near cedar tree brush piles to catch all sizes of crappies. Originally Published: April 11, 2023 4:38 p.m. Some limitations may apply for young children and pregnant women. The lake level is 683.5 feet. Fish are biting, but its harder to find them with high water conditions. Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake June 2021 - 124,759 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (1.42), 09/27/2019 - 828 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (7.5), 07/01/2019 - 1,669 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (2), 06/19/2019 - 92,733 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (1.6), fall 2018 - 3,431 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (9.4), 07/03/2018 - 29,343 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (1.81), 06/29/2018 - 107,616 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (1.68), 06/15/2018 - 25,350 Channel Catfish (1.4), 6/30/2017 - 26,852 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (2"), 6/28/2017 - 14,573 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (2"), 6/20/2017 - 48,288 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (1.7"), 10/9/2017 - 180 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (6.13"), 6/29/16 - 43,866 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (Fingerling), 6/22/2016 - 79,663 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (1.5"), 6/20/16 - 76,043 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (Fingerling), 06/29/2015 - 20,911 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (2"), 06/23/2015 - 185,495 Largemouth Bass (1,050/lb), 06/18/2015 - 102,747 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (1.6"), annual 2014 - 245,528 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (2"), 09/25/2013 - 7,500 Largemouth Bass (4.0"), 08/08/2013 - 30,695 Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass) (1.6"), Daily Bag Limit: combined black and white crappie, 25 fish, Daily Bag Limit: combined: channel, blue and flathead catfish, 15 fish, Possession Limit: combined: channel, blue and flathead catfish, 30 fish, Daily Bag Limit: combined black bass, 3 fish, Possession Limit: combined black bass, 6 fish, Daily Bag Limit: combined walleye, sauger and saugeye; 5 fish, Possession Limit: combined walleye, sauger and saugeye; 10 fish. The lake is open; no courtesy docks are in place. Black Crappie Good: Best bite is in the morning. Try fishing a weighted crawler anywhere with current. When the baitfish are shallow over the deep water, you can catch stripers on crankbaits or by swimming spoons at appropriate depths. Coralville Reservoir Black Crappie No Report: Look for crappie to start gathering around structure as the water temperature increases. Flood stage is 15 feet. more The entrance to Southfork marina is closed for the season. Are crappie on the rocks at Bridgeview more yet or still deep? You cannot paste images directly. Freshwater Drum Good: Drum are actively feeding. Expect the bite to pick up post-spawn. Walleye Fair: Some fish, especially males, will be coming shallow in the evenings to spawn. Walleye Fair: Use jigs fished along the dam in the evenings to catch all size of walleyes. Hawthorn Lake Walleye No Report: Cast jigs and ringworm plastics tipped with a minnow. The docks are in. Things you should know about tournament fishing at Lake Rathbun, Iowa. Fishing has been temperamental the past few weeks with some poor days sprinkled in with good catches. You need a valid fishing license and pay the trout fee to fish for or possess trout. Try cut bait for channel catfish. EUFAULA, Okla. The first day of competition at the Tackle Warehouse Invitationals event on Lake Eufaula was a good one, with 102 pros catching limits, Andrew Nordbye putting a 7-pound, 3-ounce largemouth on the scales for Berkley Big Bass, and 14 pounds going down to 56 th place. Walleye No Report: Small walleye and an occasional keeper are being reported. Docks are in at main ramp. Using this web site acknowledges your agreement to the. The river is up about 2 feet and is steady. The water temperature went up pretty quick and theyre just not sure yet. Mississippi River Pool 9 White Bass - Fair: Drift or troll small plastics or live minnows in wind-protected coves off the main lake and Whitebreast Arm. Smallmouth Bass No Report: Cast jigs and ringworm plastics or cast and retrieve spinnerbaits. Wade, or cast from a boat or shore to catch the The City of Bellevue boat ramp and the Iowa DNR ramp are open. For information on central Iowa lakes and rivers contact Ben Dodd at 641-891-3795 or Andy Otting at 515-204-5885. Bluegill No Report:We received many good reports on bluegills this ice fishing season, but many small fish were reported. There is a 15-inch minimum length limit on walleye at Lake Rathbun. Tailwater anglers are catching a few perch. Webfor bass fishing at Rathbun Lake are during late April through the middle of June and again during late September and October. Rainbow Trout Good: Trout were recently stocked. Water clarity is stained. You can even rent a kayak or paddle boat for a fun day sightseeing for beavers. Courtesy docks have been installed at the Dedication Point boat ramp, Honey Creek State Park and Bridgeview. Try jigs or minnows in 5-15 feet of water. Largemouth Bass Fair: A few anglers are picking up bass along the shoreline in the evening. Crappie growth was good and abundance is relatively high. Big Hollow Lake Learn More, 04/06/2023 Mississippi River Pool 11 We Are Bass Fishing. Try cut bait for channel catfish. EUFAULA, Okla. The first day of competition at the Tackle Warehouse Invitationals event on Lake Eufaula was a good one, with 102 pros catching limits, Andrew Nordbye putting a 7-pound, 3-ounce largemouth on the scales for Berkley Big Bass, and 14 pounds going down to 56 th place. Prairie Rose will offer excellent fishing in 2023. When the stripers are deep, jigs and jigging spoons work well. Bluegill Good: Use tube jigs, plastics, or other small jigs. Upper Mississippi River water levels are approaching minor flood stage. Bluegill Fair: Znglers using bait and bobber are catching some bluegills while fishing for trout. Walleye Good: Cast jigs and ringworm plastics tipped with a minnow. Docks are in at the beach and dam boat ramps. ins.id = slotId + '-asloaded'; For more information, contact the Lake Macbride Fisheries Station at 319-624-3615. Lake Belva Deer has excellent bluegill and bass populations and a growing catfish and crappie population. The walleye season is closed. Humboldt Boys Soccer at Garner-Hayfield-Ventura 5:00 PM GHV Video Stream, Thursday, April 20th The lake is ice-free. See privacy policy. Privacy Statement. Ice thickness varies across the lake. Fish are biting, but its harder to find them with high water conditions. window.ezoSTPixelAdd(slotId, 'stat_source_id', 44); White Crappie Fair: Some crappies are starting to be caught in Sunset Marina. Walleye Good: Use a hook tipped with a minnow fished in an eddy or off a current break. Black Crappie Fair. Largemouth Bass - No Report: Target areas with structure with jigs or plastics. Public access below the dam is not permitted during the project. Channel Catfish No Report: Ice-out catfish are usually caught on the wind-blown shorelines using dead shad or chubs. Yellow Perch Fair: Try small jigs tipped with a minnow. White Crappie Fair: Some crappies are starting to be caught in Sunset Marina. Pleasant Creek Lake The water is in the upper 50s; occasionally rising to 60 degrees. Lake level is 2.5 inches above crest. Red Haw Lake Freshwater Drum Good: Drum are actively feeding. There is open water in the main lake and around Bridgeview. The road to Sny Magill ramp is under water and closed. 04/06/2023 The dock is in at main boat ramp. Largemouth Bass No Report: Try jigs or plastics in areas with structure. Channel Catfish Fair: Try cut bait on the upper end towards 380/965. The Corps campgrounds are still closed. Contact the Rathbun Fish Hatchery at 641-647-2406 with questions about fishing in south central Iowa. Viking Lake State Park is in the southwestern corner of Iowa, known for stunning wildflowers and wildlife, such as muskrats, turkeys, eagles and white-tailed deer. Water temperature is around 49 degrees. Reports of anglers catching walleye and smallmouth bass. Courtesy docks are in. The entrance to Southfork marina is closed for the season. Walleye Good: Use a hook tipped with a minnow fished in an eddy or off a current break. Yellow Perch Good: Angles are catching perch from the jetties. Volga Lake Bluegill Fair: Bluegills are getting close to a keeper-size. The river is rising. Expect conditions to diminish. (and co-host) caught this TROPHY walleye! ins.style.height = container.attributes.ezah.value + 'px'; For more information, call the Mount Ayr Fisheries office at 641-464-3108. The road to Sny Magill ramp is under water and closed. Pike are spawning. East Okoboji Lake Walleye Fair: Tryjigs tipped with twister tails, swimbaits or live minnows below Saylorville Dam, the dams in Des Moines, and deeper pools. Area streams are in good condition. If you have angling questions, please call Bellevue Fisheries Management at 563-880-8781. Discovery Park Pond Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. Walleye slot length limits now apply on the entire Iowa border of the Mississippi River. Yellow Perch Fair: Fish are being picked up along Ice House Point shoreline and from the Inlet Bridge area. Bluegill angling is excellent and fish in excess of 7 inches are most plentiful. This pond will be covered in vegetation in a month or so; now is the time to fish it. Walleye Excellent: Anglers are having success fishing from the jetties and wader fishing along the east shore after sunset. Public access below the dam is not permitted during the project. Choppy conditions due to winds. The Viking Lake water level is close to full and will offer good fishing opportunities in 2023. Use small in line spinners, spoons 1/8 ounce or smaller, twister tail jigs or live bait under a float. Trolling is also an excellent way to fish for stripers. The lower catch rate for white bass may also be a result of the poor conditions during the 2021 survey. Winnebago River We have not received any fishing reports for this pool this week due to high water conditions. WebRathbun Lake has many convenient locations for boaters, including a couple of marinas and several boat ramps. You can fish from shore or boat for large walleye, bass, crappie, catfish, sunfish, and hybrid stripers. The gates are out of the water at the Lock and Dam. Upload or insert images from URL. Try small in line spinners, spoons 1/8 ounce or smaller, twister tail jigs or live bait under a float. Current information on the Rathbun Lake area. Water levels are steady with temperatures nearing the 50s. 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