Get started fishing
If you’re brand new to fishing, or picking it up again for the first time in a while, make sure you’re ready!
Find a spot to fish
Search for a fishing spot near you! Kansas is home to hundreds of beautiful lakes that offer prime fishing experiences.
Get the fish news
Before fishing, start with the report for the lake where you’re planning to cast. Fishing reports contain timely news about fishing success, lake levels, water temperatures, and other important information.
Get a fishing license
If you’re over 16 and under 74, you need a fishing license to fish Kansas state lakes.
Get started
Get the bait
Pick up night-crawlers at the local bait shop, or hunt them yourself! Pack them in a cooler to keep them cool and alive. Artificial lures also work well and look very realistic to fish.
Get the rod and reel
Pick up a pole at your local sporting good store. Fishing lines come in a variety of strengths. Remember the thicker the line, the easier it will be for fish to see it!
CAST AWAY
Find your spot and make your cast! Learn about the various species available in Kansas lakes and use the best fishing strategy to reel them in.
