Regional, Iowa – Here is this week’s weekly Northwest Iowa Fishing Report as released by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Thursday, October 9th.
East Okoboji Lake
Anglers are catching panfish along the weed lines and around docks that are still in place. Black Crappie – Fair. Bluegill – Good. Pumpkinseed – Good.
Spirit Lake
Walleye, crappie and perch bite is picking up. Black Crappie – Fair: Anglers are catching 12- to14-inch crappie. Walleye – Good: Use crawlers along weed lines. Yellow Perch – Good.
West Okoboji Lake
Water temperature is in the mid-60s. Black Crappie – Fair: Bluegill – Fair. Largemouth Bass – Good.
Water temperatures are dropping with consistent cooler weather. Most lake temperatures are in the low to mid-60s. Fishing has picked up for many species. Fish are mowing shallower as the weed line dies back. All boat ramps are still open for use. Docks and hoists have started to be pulled from the lake. For current conditions, call 712-330-2542.
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