Northwest Iowa — Here is the weekly Iowa Department of Natural Resources Northwest Iowa Fishing Report, for Thursday May 18th…..
East Okoboji LakeThe water temperature is in the mid-60s. The walleye season is open. Black Crappie – Fair. Bluegill – Fair: Try using a small hook and piece of worm. Walleye – Good. Yellow Perch – Fair: Sorting will be needed.
Ingham LakeWalleye – Fair.
Lost Island LakeWater temperatures are in the lower 60s. Check out the Iowa Walleye Challenge being held May 1 – June 30 for prizes given to anglers catching the most walleye. Black Crappie – Good. Walleye – Good.
Minnewashta LakeBlack Crappie – Fair. Bluegill – Fair.
Silver Lake (Dickinson)Courtesy docks are in place. Check out the Iowa Walleye Challenge being held May 1 – June 30 for prizes given to anglers catching the most walleye. Walleye – Fair.
Spirit LakeThe water temperature is in the low 60s. All boat ramp docks are in place. The walleye season is open. Black Bullhead – Good. Black Crappie – Fair: Many nice-sized fish have been seen lately. Bluegill – Good: Anglers have been very successful fishing the north grade. Walleye – Good: Leaches and minnows work well. Yellow Perch – Fair.
West Okoboji LakeWater temperatures are in the lower 60s. All docks are in place. The walleye season is open. Black Crappie – Fair: Try small jigs tipped with a minnow. Bluegill – Fair. Walleye – Good: Leaches and minnows work well. Yellow Perch – Fair: Sorting may be needed.
Courtesy docks are in for the season. Water temperatures are in the middle to low 60s. Most area water levels are a few inches over crest. The fish bite has been very good across most areas. Check out the Iowa Walleye Challenge that runs 5/1 – 6/30 for statewide prizes for anglers. For current conditions, call the Spirit Lake District Office at 712-336-1840.
