Iowa Fishing Report 10-21-2010

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SOUTHWEST
Lake Icaria - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Water clarity is about 30 inches at the dam. The lake's water level has been lowered about 16 inches to allow some shoreline repairs. The repairs should be completed by Oct 25th. The lake will then be allowed to refill.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Fair
Some walleye are still being caught from the below the dam in the spillway.
Green Valley Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
The lake is still down for sediment removal. The lake has been restocked and most species are big enough to catch. Ice fishing should be excellent.Three Mile Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Water clarity is about 4 feet. The algae is mostly gone.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
A fewl mid-sized to big crappie are being caught from the flooded trees in about 10 to 14 feet of water.
Walleye
Fair
A few walleye are being caught from the old roadway between the ramps or by trolling the point at the upper end.
Twelve Mile Creek Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Water clarity is about 4 feet. The algae is gone and water temps are in the mid 50's.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
A few bluegills are biting off the fish mounds and the flooded trees in about 8 to 10 feet of water.
Bullhead
Good
A lot of giant bullheads are being caught from the shallows at the upper end.
Channel Catfish
Fair
Several channel catfish from 3 to 5 pounds are being caught at the upper end of the lake.
Crappie
Fair
A few real nice crappie can be caught from the flood trees in about 8 to 12 feet of water.
Walleye
Fair
A few mid-sized walleye can be caught from the open flat areas at the upper end of the lake.

Water quality is good, water levels are normal, and water temperatures are in the upper 50's. Fishing is good. Greenfield Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Greenfield is full and offers one concrete boat ramp.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bullhead
Good
Bullheads are also bitting well on shrimp or nightcrawlers. Bullheads are 10 inches.
Channel Catfish
Good
Channel catfishing has been good using shrimp around the jetties. Fish range in size from 1 to 5 pounds.






Orient Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
On August 18th staff members from Adair County Conservation and the Iowa DNR added 160 red cedar trees to Orient Lake to improve fish habitat. The lake has one concrete boat ramp.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Fair
Channel catfish in the 1-2 pound range are being caught on dip bait around newly placed cedar trees on the dam.
Lake Anita - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Lake Anita has 2 concrete boat ramps to choose from. Water clarity has been good.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
Bluegills up to 8.5 inches are still being caught drifting small jigs on the main lake.
Viking Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Viking Lake has 3 concrete boat ramps and 3 foot of water clarity.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Fair
Channel catfish are being caught on dip bait using red worms in the pontoon arm. Fish average 1-3 pounds.
Lake Manawa - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Water conditions are fair at Manawa. Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Good
Anglers are still having good success catching crappies in the canals and around docks. Sorting is necessary for 9-10 inch fish.
Walleye
Fair
Walleyes up to 25 inches are being caught trolling shad raps on the south and west side of the lake.

Water conditions on S.W. Iowa lakes and rivers remain good and water temperatures this week are in the high 50's. For information contact Bryan Hayes or Mark Boucher at the Cold Springs District Office (712)769-2587.Big Creek Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
There is currently a walleye harvest study taking place. Anglers who catch a walleye should look near the tail of the fish for a small yellow tag. The tags can be removed from harvested or released fish of LEGAL size and returned with a survey for a cash reward. The surveys can be picked up at the marina, park office, Polk City Bait and Tackle, or Johnston Bait and Tackle. There are also signs posted at the boat ramps with instructions.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
A few good bluegills are being caught fishing over the roadbeds or sunken brush piles with small pieces of crawler, wax worms, or 1 inch tube jigs.
Crappie
Slow
Some crappie are being caught drifting 2 inch or smaller tube jigs or live minnows near the roadbeds out from the West boat ramp and out from the Ensign shelter.
Red Rock Reservoir - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Anglers fishing minnows under a bobber or small jigs below the spillway in slack water are picking up some crappie.
Walleye
Slow
Anglers are picking up some walleyes below the spillway with jig and twisters or jig and minnow. Most have been on the smaller side, but some good fish are mixed in.
White Bass
Fair
The white bass bite is still good right now below the spillway throwing anything from jig and twisters, crankbaits, or spoons.






Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Anglers fishing from shore on the North pit using minnows under a bobber or casting small panfish crankbaits are picking up a few decent sized crappie.
Wiper (Hybrid Striped Bass)
Good
The 2009 wiper stocking has done well. Anglers are catching good numbers of 11 to 14 inch fish with anything from jig and twisters, spoons, inline spinners, and lip-less crankbaits. Anglers are encouraged to release most wipers. With their quick growth rates some exciting fishing for larger wipers will result in the next couple years!
Des Moines River (Saylorville to Red Rock) - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Fair
The walleye bite has slowed a little from last week. Anglers fishing at Cottonwood with jigs tipped with minnows, crawlers, or twisters are catching a few walleye..
White Bass
Good
White bass below the Saylorville spillway are hitting on jig and twisters, spoons, and lipless crankbaits.
Middle Raccoon River (above Van Meter) - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Good
Excellent fall river conditions are making for good walleye fishing. Jig with crawler or minnow presentations work best. Focus on slower water below riffles, along cutbanks, and near wood cover such as treefalls.

Good fishing conditions continue. Water temps have fallen a little into the mid to upper 50's. The Des Moines River, Middle and North Raccoon rivers are in good fishing condition. All ramps at Red Rock Reservoir are closed due to the draw down for the planned maintenance. For questions about central Iowa lakes and rivers contact Ben Dodd or Andy Otting at 515-432-2823.
SOUTHEASTLake Wapello - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
The lake has refilled after last year's fish population renovation. Red ear and channel catfish were stocked last fall and largemouth bass and bluegill this spring.Red Haw Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Good
Use small jigs tipped with a chunk of nightcrawler. Try areas along the shoreline and around the aquatic vegetation.
Largemouth Bass
Fair
Try plastic worms fished around submerged structure or around the rock jetties. As the water continues to cool down slow down your retrieve.
Hawthorn Lake (aka Barnes City Lake) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
The lake renovation project has begun and the lake is being drained. The boat ramps are not usable as the lake is approximately 20 feet low. Shore fishing is still allowed.Lake Keomah - Last Updated: 10/21/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
Use a chunk of nightcrawler fished along the shoreline and around submerged structure. Along the fishing piers can also be a good spot.
Largemouth Bass
Good
Use rubber worms along the shoreline and around the jetties. Another spot to try is along the outside of the aquatic vegetation. As the water cools down make sure to slow down your retrieve.






Albia (lower) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
A boat ramp has been constructed on the lower reservoir.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Good
Use small jigs tipped with a chunk of nightcrawler. Try areas along the dam between the upper and lower reservoirs. Also try along the dam for the lower reservoir.
Crappie
Fair
Some crappies are being caught in the shallows. Try small jigs of various colors.
Largemouth Bass
Good
Use spinnerbaits fished along the shoreline and around areas with submerged structures. Rubber worms can also be productive this time of year.
Lake Sugema - Last Updated: 10/21/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Good
Use small jigs tipped with a chunk of nightcrawler. Try areas with edges such as the shoreline or the weedlines.
Crappie
Slow
Try small jigs along submerged structure. Fish have been suspended in 8-12 feet of water.
Largemouth Bass
Good
Use plastic worms and spinnerbaits around areas with submerged structure. A jig n' pig combo should also be tried this time of year.
Walleye
Slow
Use jigs tipped with a minnow around the rocky shorelines. Walleyes have started to move shallow in the evenings.
Rathbun Reservoir - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
The current lake level is 910.20 with normal pool being 904. The water temperature is ranging in the lower 60's. Boat ramps are open at Honey Creek State Park, Bridgeview, South Fork, Buck Creek, and Island View.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Fair
Channel catfish are biting on stinkbait and cut bait.
Crappie
Slow
Fish are starting to move shallow so try areas with submerged trees or other structure. Rocky shorelines have also been producing some fish. Using small jigs has been productive.
Walleye
Fair
Jigging spoons have been productive. Find areas with drop-offs and ledges. Crankbaits are also a good choice this time of year. Try using baits that mimic gizzard shad. Please be wary of tagged walleyes and if these fish are harvested please call the hatchery with the tag number. The phone number for the hatchery is 641-647-2406.

For additional fishing information in south central Iowa please call the Rathbun Fish Hatchery at 641-647-2406.




Iowa Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Good
Small jigs or worms fished in the brush piles have been producing.
Crappie
Fair
Most success has come from drifting jigs out in the main lake basin.
Lake Macbride - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Any sized motor may be used at no-wake speed.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Crappies are extremely hit and miss right now. Some anglers are catching limits, some are catching a few. Fish brush and areas with warmer water.
Walleye
Slow
A few walleyes are being picked up by trolling crankbaits. Most success has come in 9-11 feet.
Diamond Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
Crappie
Fair
There is a huge yearclass of 7-8" crappies here.
Otter Creek Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Yellow Bass
Good
Use spinners or small jigs. Morning tends to be the best time.
Union Grove Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
Use small jigs around brush.
Crappie
Good
Anglers are catching fish by drifting jigs or minnows out in open water as well as by casting to shoreline structure. There is an abundance of 8-9" fish here.
Coralville Reservoir - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
The lake level is at normal pool of 683' and holding. The water is still quite dirty.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Good
Stink bait has been reported as working best. The upper end of the reservoir has been producing best.
Crappie
Slow
A few nice fish are being caught on bright colored jigs in deeper brush piles and rock walls.






Iowa River (Coralville Lake to River Junction) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Slow
A few walleyes are being picked up on jigs and crankbaits below the dams.

For more information, contact the Lake Macbride Fisheries Station at 319-624-3615.Lake Geode - Last Updated: 10/26/2010
Fishing has been slow with the rain and the big swing in fronts.Lake Belva Deer - Last Updated: 10/26/2010
Both the North and South side are open now. The contractor is still doing some shoulder work but anglers should be able to reach the lake with little delay. Anglers continue to catch crappies and bluegills out in the deeper water.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
The bluegills are out in 16-18 foot of water. Waxworms or fish worms are the best.
Crappie
Fair
Ther big crappies remain out in 16-18 foot of water. Minnows seem to be working the best.
Lake of the Hills - Last Updated: 10/26/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Good
Catfishing remains good. Anglers are having the best luck using dip baits.
Crappie
Fair
The better sized fish are out around the deeper brush piles.
Largemouth Bass
Good
Anglers are catching some nice bass while they are using spinners trying to catch trout.
Rainbow Trout
Excellent
Trout continue to hit on spinners, jigs, corn, power bait, and worms. They are around the habitat in about 4-5 foot of water.
Railroad Lake - Last Updated: 10/26/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Good
Catfishing remains good in Railroad lake, producing good numbers of pan-sized fish. Fish cutbait or night crawlers around the stump fieldsalong the North side.
Wilson Lake - Last Updated: 10/26/2010
Wilson Lake will be having a trout release on November 6 at 1 pm. 500 rainbow trout and 50 brook trout will be released into the lake. Anglers must have a fishing license and a trout stamp (fee) to fish for the trout.Environmental Discovery Park North Pond - Last Updated: 10/26/2010
This is the main pond at Discovery Park in Muscatine. We will be having a trout release there on November 6 at 10:30 am. 500 rainbow and 50 brook trout will be released into the pond at that time. Anglers must have a fishing license as well as a trout stamp (fee). to fish for the trout.





For more information on the above lakes call the Lake Darling Fisheries Office at (319) 694-2430
MISSISSIPPI RIVERMississippi River Pool 19 - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Pool 19 is at 7.43 ft and falling. Although the pool is lower than earlier this month it is still about 5 ft above historic normal level for this time of year.Mississippi River Pool 18 - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Pool 18 is at 11.14 ft and falling due to the lack of percipitation. Although the pool is lower than earlier this month it is still about 6 ft above historic normal levels for this time of year. Bait shops report they are selling very little bait and fishing is slow.Mississippi River Pool 17 - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Pool 17 is at 9.51 ft and slowly falling do to the lack of percipitation. Although the pool is lower than earlier this month it is still about 6 ft above historic normal levels for this time of year and fishing is slowMississippi River Pool 16 - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Pool 16 is at 10.72 ft and falling slowly. Although the river is down from earlier this month it is stlill about 5 ft higher than normal for this time of year.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Some crappie are being caught in the quiter water in Sylvan slough
White Bass
Good
White bass are being caught in Sylvan slough near the power dam

The lower section of the Mississippi Had been falling all week with no rain occuring in the area. The river level is still high for this time of the year and falling slowly. Fishing has been slow during this latest high water event.
NORTHEASTCasey Lake (aka Hickory Hills Lake) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Fishing has been good at Hickory Hills Park for largemouth bass and excellent for bluegill. Shoreline angling is favorable here again with the recent setback of aquatic vegetation heading into fall.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Excellent
The cove and jetties have been real productive areas for bluegill. Use both small worms and a hook under a bobber casted out from shore in these areas.
Largemouth Bass
Good
Bass have been biting well early morning and late afternoon on spinners and crankbaits.
Big Woods Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Crappie fishing has been fair on Big Woods Lake. Try casting over submerged pallet structures recently placed within the lake. Anglers have been having good success fishing from the shoreline.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Try a minnow under a slip bobber fished near the newly placed pallet bed structures.
Brinker Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
A few crappie are being caught towards the evening hours.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
A few fish have been caught on Brinker under the hwy. bridge towards the evening hours.
George Wyth Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Crappie and yellow perch are being caught out of George Wyth Lake.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Try fishing off of the jetties using smaller crappie minnows or tube jigs under a bobber.






Plainfield - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
A few bluegill have been being taken on Plainfield Lake but are nice in size.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
Use small tackle tipped with a piece of worm or a waxworm underneath a bobber around structure.
Cedar River (Nashua to La Porte City) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
The Cedar River remains good for walleye and smallmouth bass with some occasional crappie being caught as well. Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Some anglers are reporting catches of crappie in backwater areas or areas of slack water in the main channel. Try casting tube jigs or small crappie minnow under slip bobber.
Smallmouth Bass
Good
Live baits, spinner baits and crankbaits have all been working well for smallmouth bass. Concentrate around areas with rock shorelines or fallen trees.
Walleye
Good
Jigs tipped with a minnow or night crawler has been very productive on walleyes.
Shell Rock River (Greene to Shell Rock) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Reports have been good for walleye and smallmouth bass on the Shell Rock River.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Smallmouth Bass
Good
Both artificial & live baits have been working well for smallmouth bass.
Walleye
Good
Try using as light of jig as possible tipped with a minnow or leech bounced off of the bottom.
Wapsi River (Tripoli to Troy Mills) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Fishing has been good on the Upper Wapsi for walleye, smallmouth bass and northern pike.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Northern Pike
Good
Anglers have been doing well on northerns casting artificial spoons and spinners or fishing live chubs under a bobber.
Smallmouth Bass
Good
Try casting a jig and twister tail tipped with a minnow near rock shorlines this time of year.
Walleye
Good
Anglers have been taking walleye on jigs tipped with a minnow or night crawler. Concentrate on areas near deeper water as walleye seek overwintering areas.
Maquoketa River (above Monticello) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Fishing has been good for walleye and smallmouth bass on the Maquoketa River in and around Manchester. The month of October can be dynamite for smallmouth bass this time of year.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Smallmouth Bass
Good
Try casting spinnerbaits or crankbaits for these aggressive fish this time of year.
Walleye
Good
Try using a small jig tipped with a minnow now that water temperatures have cooled down.






Fishing has been good for walleye, northern pike and smallmouth bass on the interior rivers. The month of October is an excellent time to be fishing as they actively feed with the onset of winter. With the recent cool weather, area lakes are beginning to provide catches of crappie as well. For more information call the N.E. District Office @ 563-927-3276.
NORTHWESTBig Spirit Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
Water temperature is 56.6 degrees.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Fish the edge of bull rush beds or weed beds in 8-12 feet of water. A few fish are also being caught by walleye anglers that are fishing from shore at sunset with minnows.
Walleye
Good
During the day use a jig head and minnow on rock bars and at sunset fish from shore with a jig and minnow, twister tail, or shallow diving crank baits.
Yellow Perch
Good
Use a split shot and hook with a minnow in the basin (~20 feet of water) or cast to shallow weed beds and rock bars with a lead head and minnow.
East Okoboji Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Fair
Use jig and minnow, twister tail, or crank baits at sunset on rock bars or the bridges.
Yellow Bass
Good
Fish around boat docks, weed edges or rock bars with minnows or small jigs tipped with live bait from Parks Marina towards Chalstrom Beach.
Yellow Perch
Good
Use minnows small jigs tipped with live bait on the edge of weed lines and rock bars.
Minnewashta Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
Fish along the edge of weed lines or boat docks with small jigs tipped with wigglers.
Walleye
Fair
Fish with minnows or twister tails at sunset near the Walk Bridge or Sawmill Bridge.
Yellow Bass
Good
Fish the bridges, weed lines, or docks with small jigs tipped with live bait.
Silver Lake (****inson) - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Good
Use stink bait or cut bait close to shore.
Walleye
Fair
Fish from shore at sunset with twister tails, shallow diving crank baits, or a jig and minnow.






West Okoboji Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
Water temperature is 59.8 degrees.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Slow
Fish near weed beds with small jigs tipped with live bait.
Muskellunge
Fair
Fish around weed beds with dark or natural colored large plastic baits.
Northern Pike
Fair
Cast or troll along weed beds near points.
Walleye
Fair
Fish from shore at Triboji and the Hwy 71 Bridge or rock bars or points at sunset with a jig and minnow.
Yellow Perch
Fair
Use minnows or small jigs tipped with live bait in North Bay and Pocohontas Point.
Five Island Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Slow
Some fish are being caught along the shoreline with small jigs or a minnow and bobber.
Walleye
Fair
Use twister tails, crank baits, or a jig and minnow along drop offs.
Yellow Perch
Fair
Fish along drop offs with minnows.
Lost Island Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Fair
Fish from shore at sunset with twister tails, shallow diving crank baits, or a jig and minnow.
Upper Gar Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Fair
Fish around boat docks with a small jig tipped with wigglers.
Iowa Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Yellow Perch
Fair
Use minnows or a small jig tipped with live bait.






Tuttle Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
Most shore fishing has been done near the outlet and east shore.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Crappie
Fair
Use minnows below a bobber close to shore.
Northern Pike
Slow
A few fish have been caught near the outlet while fishing for walleye.
Walleye
Good
Fish from shore at sunset with twister tails, shallow diving crank baits, or a jig and minnow.
Yellow Perch
Fair
Use small jigs tipped with live bait.
West Swan Lake S.W.M.A. - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Yellow Perch
Fair
Use minnows or small jigs tipped with live bait.
Silver Lake (Palo Alto) - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Good
Fish minnows, twister tails or shallow diving crank baits after sunset near shore.
Yellow Perch
Fair
Use minnows below a bobber or split shot and hook.
Big Sioux River - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Good
Use minnows in deep holes and eddies.
Rock River - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Smallmouth Bass
Good
Use twister tails or shallow diving crank baits at deep holes and eddies.
Little Sioux River (state line to Linn Grove) - Last Updated: 10/20/2010

Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Fair
Use a jig head tipped with a minnow or twister tails at eddies and current seams.






West Fork Des Moines (state line to Emmetsburg) - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
Water levels ar still dropping.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Fair
Fish brush piles and deep holes.
Walleye
Slow
Fish eddies and current seams with a twister tail or lead head tipped with a crawler.

For more fishing information on the Spirit Lake area call (712)-336-1840. Eldred Sherwood Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
Channel Catfish are biting on crawlers and cut bait.Clear Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
Yellow bass fishing has been good this past week. Try using minnows, crawlers, or a piece of cut bait on a jig near emergent vegetation on the west end of the lake. A few anglers have caught yellows while fishing the reefs in about 10 feet of water. Some yellow perch and walleye are also being caught while fishing for yellows. Lake Cornelia - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
Yellow perch have been biting in 8 to 10 feet of water along the north shore. Try using crawlers or minnows on a jig.Rice Lake - Last Updated: 10/20/2010
Anglers are having good success catching crappie and yellow perch from shore. A piece of crawler on a jig are what most anglers are using. Some of the perch being caught are up to 11 inches. Try fishing around the boat ramps or the beach.
For more information on fishing in the area lakes and rivers, call us at the Clear Lake Fisheries Office at (641) 357-3517.Crawford Creek Impoundment - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
There have been few anglers at Crawford Creek and fishing is slow.Brushy Creek Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Water clarity is continuing to improve at Brushy Creek. However, not many anglers have been out fishing and few reports are coming in.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Bluegill
Slow
Fish around submerged trees with a small lure baited with a wax worm. Experiment with different depths.
Largemouth Bass
Slow
Fish with plastics or night crawlers. Cast near submerged trees or weed beds.
Muskellunge
Slow
Storm Lake (incl Little Storm Lake) - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Boaters use caution: There is an ongoing dredging project at Storm Lake and boats should stay at least 100 feet away from the dredge pipe. The dredge pipe is marked with buoys. Daily bag limit at Storm Lake is 3 walleye: all 17 to 22 inch walleye must be immediately released, only one walleye over 22 inches may be kept. Fish Name
Status
Comments
Channel Catfish
Slow
Very few channel catfish are being caught on Storm Lake right now. At night try fishing about 10 to 20 feet from shore.
Walleye
Slow
Walleye fishing continues to be hit or miss right now. The bite seems to turn on for an hour or so at certain times of the morning and evening and then shuts off. Most anglers have been targeting the inlet to the lake and the east shoreline near the public boat ramp. Anglers have been using twisters and spinners and many are fishing at night.
White Bass
Slow
Most of the white bass being caught are being picked up while walleye fishing.






North Twin Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Few reports have been received regarding the fishing at North Twin Lake.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Slow
Some walleye have been caught by jigging around the docks.
Yellow Bass
Slow
Yellow bass were biting the past couple of weeks, but fishing has slowed down considerably. Try fishing the windward shore and fishing off the bulrushes at Featherstone Park. Keep moving around until you find the fish. Once they quite biting in an area, move around again until you find more.
Black Hawk Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
The Ice House Point area has been reopened for public use. There is a newly constructed bike path that runs along the edge of the shoreline at Ice House Point. On Black Hawk Lake walleye must be at least 15 inches in length to keep and only three per day may be kept.Fish Name
Status
Comments
Walleye
Slow
Some keeper walleye have been caught by anglers throwing pink and white twisters in town bay. Try fishing between the stone piers and along the shoreline of Ice House Point in town bay.
Yellow Bass
Slow
There have been few reports of anglers catching any yellow bass lately.
Browns Lake - Last Updated: 10/21/2010
Brown's Lake received a stocking of 2,650 six inch walleye from the DNR two weeks ago.
Most of the water temperatures in the Black Hawk District are just below 60 degrees. For more information on the lakes and rivers in this area contact Ben Wallace or Don Herrig