Iowa Fishing Report – January 6, 2022
Most fisheries seeing better ice, but it’s still iffy in a lot of places, too. What that’s meaning for the fishing pressure … and how’s the bite?
Most fisheries seeing better ice, but it’s still iffy in a lot of places, too. What that’s meaning for the fishing pressure … and how’s the bite?
Ice conditions are so-so, and the bite is about the same at a number of fisheries.
Many lakes across the state have opened back up again, pushing off ice fishing. But fish are being caught in the open water.
The bite – mostly panfish – has been mostly fair across the state, but better days are likely ahead.
NORTHWEST Arrowhead Lake The courtesy dock at the boat ramp has been removed for the season. Black Hawk Lake The fish cleaning station is closed for the season. The courtesy dock at the State Marina boat ramp will remain in place year-round. Water clarity is about one foot. Black Crappie- Fair: Anglers are picking up 10- to
Walleye fishing continues to be slow at fisheries across the state. How about other species?
NORTHWEST Arrowhead Lake The courtesy dock at the boat ramp has been removed for the season. Black Hawk Lake The fish cleaning station is closed for the season. The courtesy dock at the State Marina boat ramp will remain in place year-round. Water temperatures are around 40 degrees. Water level is about 10 inches below
NORTHWEST Arrowhead Lake The courtesy dock at the boat ramp has been removed for the season. Black Hawk Lake The fish cleaning station is closed for the season. The courtesy dock at the State Marina boat ramp will remain in place year-round. Water temperatures are in the upper 40’s. Water level is about 9 inches