Marion County Lake Fishing Report -
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Catfish | Fair to Good | up to 22 inches | Nightcrawlers or stink bait on windy shorelines. |
| Crappie | Fair | up to 12 inch | 20/day creel limit Crappie fishing has been a little tough recently as fish are moving up and back with the variable weather. Good spawning presentations include jig and float and jig and minnow. With the clear water conditions, fish are spawning in 6+ft of water. |
| Largemouth bass | Good | 13 inch to 18 inch slot limit 5 fish per day creel limit. Bass activity is approving as water temperatures increase. Plastic worms and grubs on rocky shorelines, points, and ledges in 5 to 9ft of water. | |
| Saugeye | Fair | Few reports this week | |
| Bluegill | Good | up to 8 inch | The bluegill bite has been good this week. Small hooks and live bait/worms, small artificials, and small jigs or flies are producing. |
| White Bass & Wipers | Few reports this week | ||
| General Comments | |||
| Boat and bait inspections are MANDATORY at Marion County Lake to prevent the spread of Zebra Mussels and other Aquatic Nuisance Species. Protect our waters... don't forget to CLEAN, DRAIN, and DRY! Lake is at normal pool. | |||