(Fishing Reel - KIWA Staff photo)Northwest Iowa – Here is this week’s Northwest Iowa Fishing Report as released by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources on Thursday afternoon, November 12th…………….
Spirit Lake Management District
- Contact Person: Jed Siegwarth – 712-330-2542
Lake temperatures are in the 40s, but have been cooling quickly with the recent cold weather. The fishing bite has been good for many species, but slowed slightly with cooler temperatures. Water levels are just above crest. Most docks and hoists are out for the season. Most boat ramp docks are still in. Last updated on 11/12/2026
- Water Temperature (°F): 45.0
- Ramp Condition: Useable
The panfish bite has been good, but may have slowed due to falling water temperatures.
- Black Crappie – Good: Anglers are targeting quality-sized fish.
Silver Lake (Dickinson) (Dickinson)
- Water Temperature (°F): 45.0
- Ramp Condition: Useable
Water temperatures have fallen recently.
- Water Temperature (°F): 45.0
- Ramp Condition: Useable
The perch and crappie bite has been good this fall. Anglers are catching good-sized fish. Most boat ramp docks are still in place. Water temperatures have fallen recently.
- Black Crappie – Good: Anglers are catching quality-sized fish.
- Yellow Perch – Good: Anglers are catching perch from the weedline out to 15 feet of water. Some chasing may be needed to stay on top of schools. Jigs with minnows or jigs paired with wigglers work well.
- Water Temperature (°F): 45.0
- Ramp Condition: Useable
All ramp docks are still in place.
- Bluegill – Good: The bite has been somewhat variable, but very good when it’s on.
