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DNR’s weekly fishing report is broken down by counties or regions – northwest, northeast, Mississippi river, southeast and southwest.

You can check the activity of your favorite lake or stretch of river within each region, including which species are being caught, a rating of the bite (slow, fair, good or excellent), as well as a hot bait or lure pattern.

Fishing reports may include information on stream or river flows (and if it is rising or dropping), ice conditions, depths that fish are biting (watch for trends if this changes), or safety issues like if the water suddenly becomes shallow in spots.

Fishing Podcasts

Each month, Jeff Kopaska of the Iowa DNR and Ross Peterson from KXnO Sports Fanatics get together to talk about fishing opportunities, seasons and events in Iowa and around the Midwest. They are often joined by other DNR staff and guest speakers.

The links below are the podcast recordings of their conversations, and can also be found on the iHeartRadio app.

2023 Podcast Links

January 2023 Fishing Report - ice fishing tips and safety, winter community trout stockings and fish stocking requests and data

February 2023 Fishing Report - tips for getting your gear ready for spring fishing, Mid Iowa Bassmasters Fishermen's Swap Meet, Iowa Walleye Challenge and new state record orangespotted sunfish

March 2023 Fishing Report -  spring community trout stockings, Iowa Walleye Challenge, Hook n" Paddle Passport, early season river fishing for walleyes and lake fishing for ice-out catfish

April 2023 Fishing Report - AJ Winter, Iowa DNR Outdoor Skills Specialist joins us to preview spring outdoor activities, plus trout stocking and walleye gillnetting

May 2023 Fishing Report - Clear Lake fishing, shovelnose sturgeon sampling, Iowa Wallaye Challenge local prizes and Hook n' Paddle Passport launch

June 2023 Fishing Report - Free Fishing Weekend, fishing community ponds, tips for kayak fishing

July 2023 Fishing Report - local angler, Richared Grimes joins us to talk about the Iowa Walleye Challenge, plus Des Moines area community fishing spots and the Hook n' Paddle Passport 

August 2023 Fishing Report - we answer questions posed by some central Iowa listeners, plus trout fishing and the Iowa State Fair

September 2023 Fishing Report - Chad Dolan, Iowa DNR fisheries biologist joins us with an update on the Lake Geode restoration project, plus fall fish stockings

December 2023 Fishing Report - 2024 Midwest Walleye Challenge preview, plus fishing Christmas gift ideas

February 2022 Fishing Report - Zak Slagle from the Ohio DNR joins us to talk about walleye populations, fishing and surveys at Lake Erie; plus plans for the Midwest Fish & Wildlife Conference hosted by Iowa DNR is Des Moines mid-February

March 2022 Fishing Report - Ben Neely, Kansas fishery biologist joins us to talk about a recent research project to determine if live scope sonar technology leads to anglers catching more/bigger fish; plus spring community trout stockings

April 2022 Fishing Report - new state record smallmouth buffalo, plus tips for catching trout in community fishing ponds and annual walleye gillnetting efforts

June 2022 Fishing Report - fishing tips and hotspots, plus sturgeon sampling on the Cedar River, Free Fishing Weekend and Iowa Walleye Challenge

August 2022 Fishing Report - live from the Iowa State Fair; stop by the aquarim in the DNR building to see fish from across Iowa; plus local fishing information 

September 2022 Fishing Report - new community fishing ponds, fishing sampling and fishing tournaments 

October 2022 Fishing Report - fish diet research, fishing tournaments and the big walleye controversy on Lake Erie; plus fall fishing tips

November 2022 Fishing Report - Mike Siepker joins us to talk trout - stockings, spawning, management and more

December 2022 Fishing Report - Hank Kholer joins us to talk about his One4Water trip and new book; plus ice fishing season preview

January 2021 Fishing Report - Kevan Paul joins us to talk about ice fishing on Clear Lake

February 2021 Fishing Report - fishing in community ponds, plus hybrid striped bass in Big Creek, and the hot yellow perch bite at Clear Lake

March 2021 Fishing Report - Corey Goldsworthy from the Minnesota DNR joins us to talk about the fishing options at Lake Superior, plus ice-out catfishing

April 2021 Fishing Report - Jay Rudacille, Iowa DNR Warm and Coolwater Fish Culture Supervisor, joins us to talk about the annual spring walleye collection, production and stocking, plus spring community trout stockings and fun fishing stories

May 2021 Fishing Report - Hank Kohler joins us to talk about his upcoming paddling trip from central Minnesota down the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico to make people aware of and seek donations for clean water projects

July 2021 Fishing Report - Fish Local Community Fishing Program and river catfishing tips, plus trout stream sampling

September 2021 Fishing Report - freshwater drum fishing on the Mississippi River, plus drift fishing for crappie and recap of Iowa State Fair aquarium and courtyard presentations

October 2021 Fishing Report - fall fishing tips, plus fall community trout stockings annouced again this year and upcoming trout angler survey

December 2021 Fishing Report - Eric Brinkman, asssistant chief of aquatic conservation in Arkansas, joins us to talk about managing alligator gar in the Red River; plus the Iowa Urban Trout Challenge on urban/community trout locations through December 31, 2021.

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Big Woods Lake Northeast Interior rivers remain at low levels and should be providing some angling opportunities with the recent warming. As of this morning there have been a few reports of anglers catching some panfish in the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Ice conditions remain around the six to eight inches of good ice on most area lakes, as always use extreme caution. For more information contact your local area bait and tackle shops. 01/30 10:53
Big Woods Lake Northeast Bluegill - Fair: Try locating structure and use a ice jig tipped with a waxworm off of the bottom. 01/30 10:53
Big Woods Lake Northeast There have been fair reports of anglers catching bluegill and crappie on Big Woods Lake, some sorting may be necessary. 01/30 10:53
Big Woods Lake Northeast Black Crappie - Fair: Try locating structure and use a ice jig tipped with a minnow or waxworm, look for suspended fish near the structure using electronics. 01/30 10:53
Brinker Lake Northeast Interior rivers remain at low levels and should be providing some angling opportunities with the recent warming. As of this morning there have been a few reports of anglers catching some panfish in the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Ice conditions remain around the six to eight inches of good ice on most area lakes, as always use extreme caution. For more information contact your local area bait and tackle shops. 01/30 10:53
Brinker Lake Northeast There have been fair to good reports of anglers catching yellow bass and crappie in Brinker Lake. 01/30 10:53
Brinker Lake Northeast Black Crappie - Good: Locate structure with electronics, use a small jig tipped with a waxworm or dead-stick with a live minnow for some good action. 01/30 10:53
Brinker Lake Northeast Yellow Bass - Fair: Locate woody structure in the thirty foot depth range using a small jig tipped with a waxworm for some good action. 01/30 10:53
Cedar River (above Nashua) Northeast Most area rivers remain low and mostly ice covered. The majority of lakes and ponds covered with 14 to 16 inches of ice. Ice conditions can change rapidly with warmer temperatures. A cloudy weekend with highs in upper 40's and 20's for lows. For fishing information, please call the Chuck Gipp Decorah Fish Hatchery at 563-382-8324. 01/30 09:54
Cedar River (above Nashua) Northeast About 14 inches of ice on impoundments. Use care when approaching ice heaves. Check depths often especially in areas with current. Ice conditions change quickly with warmer weather. 01/30 09:54
Cedar River (above Nashua) Northeast Black Crappie - Slow: Use small jig tipped with minnow or waxworm in deeper water with a little current. 01/30 09:54
Cedar River (above Nashua) Northeast Bluegill - Slow: Use small jig tipped with waxworm or spike near structure or in backwater area. 01/30 09:54
Cedar River (above Nashua) Northeast Northern Pike - Slow: Use dead chubs fished in areas with dead submersed vegetation or other debris. 01/30 09:54
Cedar River (above Nashua) Northeast Walleye - Slow: Use minnows on small jig fished near bottom just out of current. 01/30 09:54
Cedar River (Nashua to La Porte City) Northeast Interior rivers remain at low levels and should be providing some angling opportunities with the recent warming. As of this morning there have been a few reports of anglers catching some panfish in the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Ice conditions remain around the six to eight inches of good ice on most area lakes, as always use extreme caution. For more information contact your local area bait and tackle shops. 01/30 10:53
Cedar River (Nashua to La Porte City) Northeast There have been fair reports of anglers catching a few walleye on the Cedar River. 01/30 10:53
Cedar River (Nashua to La Porte City) Northeast Walleye - Fair: Try tipping a jig and plastic with a live minnow for best success. 01/30 10:53
Decorah District Streams Northeast Most area rivers remain low and mostly ice covered. The majority of lakes and ponds covered with 14 to 16 inches of ice. Ice conditions can change rapidly with warmer temperatures. A cloudy weekend with highs in upper 40's and 20's for lows. For fishing information, please call the Chuck Gipp Decorah Fish Hatchery at 563-382-8324. 01/30 09:54
Decorah District Streams Northeast Community stockings occurring. To find out when and where the next one will be, check out our website at https://www.iowadnr.gov/Fishing/Trout-Fishing. Don't forget to purchase your 2025 fishing license and trout fee. Trout streams in excellent condition but low. 01/30 10:20
Decorah District Streams Northeast Brook Trout - Fair: Use midge, minnow, or leach patterns for fish looking to get more bang for their effort. 01/30 10:20
Decorah District Streams Northeast Brown Trout - Good: Fish around an undercut bank or similar structure. Cloudy days and off color water are a perfect mix for catching this trout. 01/30 10:20
Decorah District Streams Northeast Rainbow Trout - Good: Rainbow trout spawn is on showing brighter colors. Hatchery holdovers remain in the stream teasing anglers. Use a small spinner bait or hair jig floated past or through deep bank or hole. 01/30 10:20
George Wyth Lake Northeast Interior rivers remain at low levels and should be providing some angling opportunities with the recent warming. As of this morning there have been a few reports of anglers catching some panfish in the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Ice conditions remain around the six to eight inches of good ice on most area lakes, as always use extreme caution. For more information contact your local area bait and tackle shops. 01/30 10:53
George Wyth Lake Northeast There have been fair reports of anglers catching bluegill and crappie on George Wyth Lake, some sorting may be necessary. 01/30 10:53
George Wyth Lake Northeast Black Crappie - Fair: Try locating structure and use a ice jig tipped with a minnow or waxworm, look for suspended fish near the structure using electronics. 01/30 10:53
George Wyth Lake Northeast Bluegill - Fair: Try locating structure and use a ice jig tipped with a waxworm off of the bottom. 01/30 10:53
Lake Hendricks Northeast Most area rivers remain low and mostly ice covered. The majority of lakes and ponds covered with 14 to 16 inches of ice. Ice conditions can change rapidly with warmer temperatures. A cloudy weekend with highs in upper 40's and 20's for lows. For fishing information, please call the Chuck Gipp Decorah Fish Hatchery at 563-382-8324. 01/30 09:54
Lake Hendricks Northeast Ice depths about 13 to 14 inches. Fish activity slowed. Use care around aerator. 01/30 09:54
Lake Hendricks Northeast Bluegill - Fair: Find fish in deeper water. Use a jig tipped with a waxworm or spike for best luck. 01/30 09:54
Lake Meyer Northeast Most area rivers remain low and mostly ice covered. The majority of lakes and ponds covered with 14 to 16 inches of ice. Ice conditions can change rapidly with warmer temperatures. A cloudy weekend with highs in upper 40's and 20's for lows. For fishing information, please call the Chuck Gipp Decorah Fish Hatchery at 563-382-8324. 01/30 09:54
Lake Meyer Northeast Ice depths about 18 inches. Few anglers out this week. 01/30 09:54
Lake Meyer Northeast Bluegill - Fair: Lots of lookers but some will take a small jig tipped with a spike or waxie. Find fish in deeper water near brush piles use a small jig tipped with waxworm or spike. 01/30 09:54
Lake Meyer Northeast Black Crappie - Fair: Try fishing about 4 to 5 feet off the bottom near dark or early morning. 01/30 10:37
Manchester District Streams Northeast Interior rivers remain at low levels and should be providing some angling opportunities with the recent warming. As of this morning there have been a few reports of anglers catching some panfish in the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Ice conditions remain around the six to eight inches of good ice on most area lakes, as always use extreme caution. For more information contact your local area bait and tackle shops. 01/30 10:53
Manchester District Streams Northeast Trout streams are in excellent condition. Temperatures are predicted in the mid to upper forties for Christmas week providing for some good insect hatches. 01/30 10:53
Mississippi River Pool 10 Northeast Upper Mississippi River Pools 9-11 are Most backwater lakes have 15+ inches of ice with light snow cover. Warming temperatures may cause unsafe ice around the edges. Avoid the ice in areas with current. Main channel ramps remain iced up. 01/30 11:55
Mississippi River Pool 10 Northeast Water level in the tailwaters at Lynxville is is currently 613.3 feet. Warming temps can change ice conditions this week. Anglers are fishing the newer dredge cuts above the Marquette bridge. Avoid ice at Bussey Lake Ramp in Guttenberg as it is unsafe. Ice anglers are entering on the island road and reporting around 15 inches of ice. Anglers have been crossing at Sny Magill to Norwegian Lake. Johnson Slough ice conditions can change rapidly. 01/30 11:56
Mississippi River Pool 11 Northeast Upper Mississippi River Pools 9-11 are Most backwater lakes have 15+ inches of ice with light snow cover. Warming temperatures may cause unsafe ice around the edges. Avoid the ice in areas with current. Main channel ramps remain iced up. 01/30 11:55
Mississippi River Pool 12 Northeast Ice fishing conditions are generally good in traditional areas but care must always be taken. Even in some traditional areas thin ice or even open water has been reported. Ice has been slick so you may need to wear cleats to move around well. If you have angling questions, please call Bellevue Fisheries Management at 563-880-8781. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 12 Northeast Water level at Dubuque Lock and Dam is stable at 5.1 feet and the RR Bridge is at 7.7 feet. Water is clear with the temperature is around 33 degrees in main channel. The Hawthorne boat ramp is iced in. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 12 Northeast Black Crappie - Good: Anglers are often using tip downs with minnows for bait. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 12 Northeast Bluegill - Excellent: Anglers are targeting the various harbor sites within the city of Dubuque. If you have airboats or hovercrafts several newly dredged backwater areas like Stone Lake and Tippy Lake have been good. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 12 Northeast Northern Pike - Excellent: Pike fishing has been very good in the backwaters. Anglers often using large shiners with tip up's. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 12 Northeast Walleye - No Report: Very difficult to get to the tailwater as boat ramps are iced in. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 13 Northeast Ice fishing conditions are generally good in traditional areas but care must always be taken. Even in some traditional areas thin ice or even open water has been reported. Ice has been slick so you may need to wear cleats to move around well. If you have angling questions, please call Bellevue Fisheries Management at 563-880-8781. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 13 Northeast Bluegill - Excellent: Ice conditions have become more favorable this week and a lot of fishing is going on especially in lakes around Sabula. Ice can be sketchy around the south campground so please check it before going out. The ice itself is very slick so please use cleats to move around. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 13 Northeast Walleye - No Report: Very little angling occurring due to cold and ice at boat ramps. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 13 Northeast Water level at Bellevue is stable and presently is near 5.2 feet. Water is clear with the temperature near 33 degrees in the main channel. Bellevue City ramp can be open at times but subject to freezing and large ice chunks. The DNR ramp is also presently frozen in. The main channel is open below dam but major ice flows are occurring at times. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 13 Northeast Yellow Perch - Good: Many little yellow perch with an occasional nicer fish being seen around the Sabula Lakes areas. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 13 Northeast Largemouth Bass - Good: Lots of big bass have been reported by ice anglers in the Sabula area. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 14 Northeast Ice fishing conditions are generally good in traditional areas but care must always be taken. Even in some traditional areas thin ice or even open water has been reported. Ice has been slick so you may need to wear cleats to move around well. If you have angling questions, please call Bellevue Fisheries Management at 563-880-8781. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 14 Northeast Bluegill - Good: Ice fishing is occurring at Rock Creek and in Cattail Lake. Sorting of bluegills is occurring but some nice fish are being caught. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 14 Northeast Walleye - No Report: All the boat ramps in Clinton were iced in at the time of this report. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 14 Northeast Water level at Fulton is stable and presently near 4.5 feet, 9.2 feet at Camanche and 4.2 feet at LeClaire. Water is clear with the temperature around 33 degrees. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 15 Northeast Ice fishing conditions are generally good in traditional areas but care must always be taken. Even in some traditional areas thin ice or even open water has been reported. Ice has been slick so you may need to wear cleats to move around well. If you have angling questions, please call Bellevue Fisheries Management at 563-880-8781. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 15 Northeast Water level is stable at Rock Island near 5.8 feet. Water is clear and temperature is around 33 degrees. 01/30 11:09
Mississippi River Pool 9 Northeast Upper Mississippi River Pools 9-11 are Most backwater lakes have 15+ inches of ice with light snow cover. Warming temperatures may cause unsafe ice around the edges. Avoid the ice in areas with current. Main channel ramps remain iced up. 01/30 11:55
Mississippi River Pool 9 Northeast Water level at Lansing is currently 7.9 feet. Warming weather will deteriorate ice conditions this week. Ice is around 15 inches in Shore Slough and Lansing Village Creek. 01/30 11:55
South Prairie Lake Northeast Interior rivers remain at low levels and should be providing some angling opportunities with the recent warming. As of this morning there have been a few reports of anglers catching some panfish in the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Ice conditions remain around the six to eight inches of good ice on most area lakes, as always use extreme caution. For more information contact your local area bait and tackle shops. 01/30 10:53
South Prairie Lake Northeast Bluegill - Fair: Try locating structure and use a ice jig tipped with a waxworm off of the bottom. 01/30 10:53
South Prairie Lake Northeast There have been fair reports of anglers catching bluegill and crappie on South Prairie Lake, some sorting may be necessary. 01/30 10:53
South Prairie Lake Northeast Black Crappie - Fair: Try locating structure and use a ice jig tipped with a minnow or waxworm, look for suspended fish near the structure using electronics. 01/30 10:53
Volga Lake Northeast Most area rivers remain low and mostly ice covered. The majority of lakes and ponds covered with 14 to 16 inches of ice. Ice conditions can change rapidly with warmer temperatures. A cloudy weekend with highs in upper 40's and 20's for lows. For fishing information, please call the Chuck Gipp Decorah Fish Hatchery at 563-382-8324. 01/30 09:54
Volga Lake Northeast About 13 to 14 inches of ice on Lake. Few anglers out this week. 01/30 09:54
Volga Lake Northeast Bluegill - Fair: Find gills around brush piles. Use small jigs tipped with a waxworm or spike. 01/30 09:54
Volga Lake Northeast Black Crappie - Fair: Find crappie around pallets or brush piles. Use small jig with some flash. 01/30 10:40
Arrowhead Lake Northwest Ice conditions are changing with the warm temperatures this week. As of Jan 30th, most lakes still have ice between 8 to 10 inches thick, but some lakes have pockets of open water and seams. Use caution if venturing out. For more information, contact the Black Hawk District office at 712-657-2638. 01/30 11:45
Arrowhead Lake Northwest On Jan 30th, the ice near the boat ramp was 9 inches thick. Areas in the middle of the lake may be thinner. Use caution and check conditions often as you move around. 01/30 11:45
Black Hawk Lake Northwest Ice conditions are changing with the warm temperatures this week. As of Jan 30th, most lakes still have ice between 8 to 10 inches thick, but some lakes have pockets of open water and seams. Use caution if venturing out. For more information, contact the Black Hawk District office at 712-657-2638. 01/30 11:45
Black Hawk Lake Northwest The Aeration system in Town Bay is operating. Expect thin ice and open water in Town Bay. On Jan 30, ice thickness off of the Ice House Point boat ramp was 10 inches. This is the best ice on the lake - other areas in the middle of the lake may be thinner. There are open areas in the main part of the lake - use caution. There are open water fishing opportunities at the fish house in Town Bay. 01/30 11:45
Black Hawk Lake Northwest Walleye - Fair: Fish near Ice House Pt boat ramp, near the Gunshot hill area, and in the inlet bridge bay area. 01/30 11:45
Black Hawk Lake Northwest Black Crappie - Fair: Use a waxworm, small minnow, or jigs. Most luck has been around the fish house in Town Bay and near Ice House Point. 01/30 11:45
Black Hawk Lake Northwest Yellow Perch - Fair: Anglers have been picking up some perch with minnows and waxworms. Most are having luck between Denison Beach and Gunshot Hill area. 01/30 11:45
Black Hawk Pits Northwest Ice conditions are changing with the warm temperatures this week. As of Jan 30th, most lakes still have ice between 8 to 10 inches thick, but some lakes have pockets of open water and seams. Use caution if venturing out. For more information, contact the Black Hawk District office at 712-657-2638. 01/30 11:45
Black Hawk Pits Northwest On Jan 30th, ice near the boat ramp was 9 inches thick. 01/30 11:51
Blue Pit Northwest Crystal Lake, Rice Lake and Silver Lake have aeration systems running. Avoid any open water areas and be cautious of waterfowl holes on these lakes. Check ice thickness often as you go. For information on the lakes and rivers in north central Iowa, contact the Clear Lake Fish and Wildlife office at 641-357-3517. 01/30 09:09
Blue Pit Northwest Ice thickness is 9 to 11 inches. 01/30 09:09
Blue Pit Northwest Rainbow Trout - Fair: Use your electronics to locate the fish. 01/30 09:09
Brushy Creek Lake Northwest Ice conditions are changing with the warm temperatures this week. As of Jan 30th, most lakes still have ice between 8 to 10 inches thick, but some lakes have pockets of open water and seams. Use caution if venturing out. For more information, contact the Black Hawk District office at 712-657-2638. 01/30 11:45
Brushy Creek Lake Northwest Anglers have been out on the north end. Foot traffice only. Conditions are changing with the warmer weather this week. Expect open areas and weak ice around protruding trees and other structure that absorbe heat from the sun. Other areas of the lake are thinner or have pockets of open water. Use caution if venturing out and check ice often as you move around (conditions on this lake are variable). 01/30 11:45
Brushy Creek Lake Northwest Bluegill - Fair: 01/30 11:45
Brushy Creek Lake Northwest Black Crappie - Fair: Fish are being picked up by the north boat ramp. Sorting is needed. 01/30 11:45
Clear Lake Northwest Crystal Lake, Rice Lake and Silver Lake have aeration systems running. Avoid any open water areas and be cautious of waterfowl holes on these lakes. Check ice thickness often as you go. For information on the lakes and rivers in north central Iowa, contact the Clear Lake Fish and Wildlife office at 641-357-3517. 01/30 09:09
Clear Lake Northwest Most of the lake has 14 to 16 inches of ice, but there are several areas of open water and a few ice heaves. Wear safety gear and check conditions as you go. 01/30 09:09
Clear Lake Northwest Black Crappie - Good: Use caution when fishing near the rushes on the north shore. 01/30 09:09
Clear Lake Northwest Bluegill - Fair: Fish a small jig tipped with waxworms in 2 to 3 feet of water near vegetation. 01/30 09:09
Clear Lake Northwest Walleye - Fair: Fish a minnow near rocky habitat. Best bite is early morning and near sunset. 01/30 09:09
Clear Lake Northwest Yellow Bass - Slow: Fish a jig tipped with bait in 2 to 3 feet of water. 01/30 09:09
Clear Lake Northwest Yellow Perch - Good: Most of the perch being caught are 4 to 6 inches. Use a bigger bait to target the larger fish. 01/30 09:09
Crystal Lake Northwest Crystal Lake, Rice Lake and Silver Lake have aeration systems running. Avoid any open water areas and be cautious of waterfowl holes on these lakes. Check ice thickness often as you go. For information on the lakes and rivers in north central Iowa, contact the Clear Lake Fish and Wildlife office at 641-357-3517. 01/30 09:09
Crystal Lake Northwest Black Crappie - Slow: Fish a small jig tipped with minnow near the dredge cut. 01/30 09:09
Crystal Lake Northwest Bluegill - Fair: 01/30 09:09
Crystal Lake Northwest Ice thickness is 16 to 18 inches. There are still open water areas on the southeast side of the lake. 01/30 09:09
Crystal Lake Northwest Walleye - Slow: 01/30 09:09
East Okoboji Lake Northwest Warning: Many lakes still have areas of open water or areas that have iced over very recently. Be weary of seams that have popped up on many lakes. Most area lakes have 14 or more inches of ice. The extended forecast calls for warm temperatures during the day but below freezing at night. Check ice often when going out. For the most up to date information, call 712-330-2542 01/30 11:18
East Okoboji Lake Northwest Bluegill - Good: 01/30 11:18
East Okoboji Lake Northwest The lake still has a handful of areas that are open or have just frozen over recently, most of which are on the northern most basin. There is around 14 inches of ice in most areas. 01/30 11:18
East Okoboji Lake Northwest Yellow Perch - Good: Many fish have been observed, but sorting will most likely be needed. 01/30 11:18
East Okoboji Lake Northwest Black Crappie - Good: 01/30 11:18
East Okoboji Lake Northwest Largemouth Bass - Fair: 01/30 11:18
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January 2024 Fishing Report - 2024 fishing season preview and ice fishing safety

February 2024 Fishing Report - Gary Siegworth joins us to share highlights of his fisheries career with Iowa DNR, plus trout stockings and local events

March 2024 Fishing Report - we have our own March Madness fun with Iowa's Sweet 16 most fished for species bracket, plus an early spring fishing preview and tips

April 2024 Fishing Report - it's walleye spawning seasoning, plus community trout stockings and the Iowa Walleye Challenge

May 2024 Fishing Report - spring fishing preview, plus Outdoor Day with the Iowa Cubs and Iowa Walleye Challenge updates

June 2024 Fishing Report - summer fishing preview, plus fish sampling in community ponds

July 2024 Fishisng Report - 4th of July water safety, plus what motivates you to fish and Midwest Walleye Challenge wrapup

August 2024 Fishing Report - Iowa State Fair recap, plus tips for fishing community fishing ponds