
Iowa Fishing Report – Feb. 10, 2020
Looking for walleyes on Iowa’s Great Lakes? The walleye fishing season on Spirit, East and West Okoboji lakes is open through Feb. 14. It will close after that date and reopens on May 2. These

Looking for walleyes on Iowa’s Great Lakes? The walleye fishing season on Spirit, East and West Okoboji lakes is open through Feb. 14. It will close after that date and reopens on May 2. These

Map Courtesy of Iowa DNR

Ice thickness varies depending on the fishery, but for the most part, ice remains iffy in spots across the state. But if you can find good ice, you’ll likely find good fishing.

Kevan Paul reports on the fishing in north-central Iowa, the ice conditions around the area and how to fix a loop in your line.


Ice conditions are still very iffy, but in areas that do have good ice, there are fish to be had.

Kevan Paul reports on the fishing in north-central Iowa, and a tip to what he’s been using to put some fish in the bucket.

Map courtesy of Iowa DNR

Ice conditions are improving, but angling activity has been low due to unsafe ice. Check ice thickness often if you venture out.
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