Fish Iowa - Rivers and Streams - Wapsipinicon River (state line to Tripoli)

Fishing Forecast

With the exception of the trout section on the Wapsipinicon River, there is very little public access to the stream. The stream gains water volume and flow below the confluence with Little Wapsipinicon River. A few places are accessible by canoe, but be prepared to navigate around many log jams and snags. Most angling takes place off of bridges and from shoreline. Northern Pike is a popular species among anglers.(2022)

Consumption Guidelines

Iowa-Caught Fish Are Safe to Eat, In Almost All Cases

In nearly all cases, Iowa fish are safe to eat. Cleaning and/or preparing the meal causes most of the problems regarding taste or color of fish. Like all living creatures, fish are susceptible to diseases, parasites, and other naturally occurring conditions in the water. If you suspect your fish is affected by any of these conditions, do not eat it. Consider eating smaller and younger fish which usually have lower levels of contaminants than larger ones. Most contaminants accumulate in larger, older fish. For additional information, check out our resources for eating and cooking Iowa caught fish.

To learn more about fish tissue monitoring, visit our Fish Tissue Monitoring page .