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This page includes current fishing reports by fisheries region and management district. Lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams are listed by name and county, and can be easily searched using the search-and-filter tool below. Explore by location name, fish species, and various amenities available at the location to help you find your next fishing adventure!

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  • Water Temperature (°F):
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: Use smaller crankbaits or flashy mepps spinner baits. Last updated on 05/07/2026
Rainbow Trout - Good Comment: Use small jigs, smaller crankbaits or flashy mepps spinner baits. Last updated on 05/07/2026


  • Water Temperature (°F):
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: Anglers are catching Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout. Last updated on 05/07/2026
Brown Trout - Fair Comment: Use crankbaits or nightcrawlers. Last updated on 05/07/2026

Rainbow Trout - Good Comment: Try small jigs or flashy mepps spinner baits. Last updated on 05/07/2026


  • Water Temperature (°F):
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: Anglers are catching both Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout. Last updated on 05/07/2026
Brown Trout - Fair Comment: Try matching the hatch with the recent onset of warmer weather. Spin cast fishing has been good with casting little crankbaits as well. Last updated on 05/07/2026

Rainbow Trout - Good Comment: Use smaller jigs or flashy mepps spinner baits. Last updated on 05/07/2026


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  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: Trout streams in Delaware County are in excellent condition. A recent sample on Spring Branch Creek showed good numbers of quality sized brown trout at the fish hatchery. There have been good reports at Richmond Springs within Backbone Park. Last updated on 05/07/2026
Brown Trout - Good Comment: Try matching the hatch with the recent onset of warmer weather. Spin cast fishing has been good with casting little crankbaits as well. Last updated on 05/07/2026


  • Water Temperature (°F):
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: Trout streams in Dubuque County are in excellent condition. Catfish Creek within the upper end of Swiss Valley Park is a very popular area for both rainbow and brown trout. Last updated on 05/07/2026
Brown Trout - Fair Comment: Try matching the hatch with the recent onset of warmer weather. Spin cast fishing has been good along with casting little crankbaits. Last updated on 05/07/2026

Rainbow Trout - Good Comment: Use smaller crankbaits or flashy mepps spinner baits. Last updated on 05/07/2026


  • Water Temperature (°F):
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: Trout streams in Jackson County are in excellent condition. Last updated on 05/07/2026
Brown Trout - Good Comment: Try matching the hatch with the recent onset of warmer weather. Spin cast fishing has been good along with casting little crankbaits. Last updated on 05/07/2026

Rainbow Trout - Good Comment: Try smaller crankbaits or flashy mepps spinner baits. . Last updated on 04/30/2026


  • Water Temperature (°F):
  • Ramp Condition: Not applicable
  • Comments: Anglers are catching trout at Richmond Springs in Backbone State Park. Last updated on 05/07/2026
Rainbow Trout - Good Comment: Use small jigs or flashy mepps spinner baits. Last updated on 05/07/2026