Fishing Coffey County Lake

AKA: Wolf Creek Reservoir

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Coffey County Lake, KS

Popular Fish Species Coffey County Lake, KS

Coffey County Lake Popular Fish - Hybrid Striped Bass

Hybrid Striped Bass Fishing

Hybrid striped bass, also known as wipers, are a favorite of many locals and fishing guides at Coffey County Lake, as they are plentiful and grow to bragging size. As a hybrid of striped bass and white bass, they have great potential for spawning massive numbers and growing to large sizes. Fishing for hybrid stripers is a matter of locating schools of bait, and schools of hybrid striped bass are likely to be in the area. Mornings, during Fall, hybrids can be caught on topwater or shallow running lures, as they are feeding on baitfish at the surface. When they move deeper, fish finders improve your odds of locating both bait and schools of wipers. Live bait, spoons and jigs are very very effective here, and these hungry fish can be caught year round.

Coffey County Lake Popular Fish - White Crappie

White Crappie Fishing

Plenty of healthy white crappie reside in Coffey County Lake, as they are making a nice comeback this year. The fish population is healthy and crappie fishing is excellent. The best time to catch crappie tends to be at dawn and dusk. Crappie always like cover and structure, so locate shallow brush and vegetation in Spring and Fall focusing on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out to as deep as 30 to 35 feet, as well as ledges near channels at these depths. Live bait and small jigs are the most common method for crappie here.

Coffey County Lake Popular Fish - Blue Catfish

Blue Catfish Fishing

This year blue catfish are running in the big to monster size in Coffey County Lake. Most of the local guides offer catfish trips, and big blues are the favorite target. Fishing for blue catfish is most often productive during spring through summer around any kind of structure. Blue catfish are primarily found in large rivers, along the main channels, in and around tributaries flowing into impoundments of major river systems. They tend to move upstream in the summer in search of cooler temperatures, and downstream in the winter in order to find warmer water.The river end of the lake is often the area where the bigger catfish are caught. Road beds, creek channels and rocky points are all good places to begin. Use a slip sinker or Carolina rig with cut bait or other popular catfish baits. Channel catfish are also available here for anglers to pursue.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, white bass and hybrid striped bass at Coffey County Lake in Kansas.

Coffey County Lake Fishing Video

Dedicated exclusively to fishing, Coffey County Lake, aka Wolf Creek Reservoir, is a 5,100-acre lake in the eastern part of the state, at New Strawn. Other than one night catfish tournament the lake is open for fishing from sunup to sunset.

Coffey County Lake, located in the eastern section of Kansas, is a fantastic fishing destination that offers anglers a diverse range of fishing opportunities. The lake boasts a variety of popular fish species, making it a favorite spot for both local and visiting anglers.

Largemouth and smallmouth bass are highly sought-after species in Coffey County Lake. Anglers can enjoy the thrill of targeting these feisty fish, known for their aggressive strikes and powerful fights. The lake's structure, including submerged brush piles, rocky shorelines, and weed beds, provides ideal habitat for bass. Anglers can use a variety of techniques such as casting with soft plastics, crankbaits, or topwater lures to entice both largemouth and smallmouth bass into biting.

Hybrid stripers, a cross between striped bass and white bass, are another popular species found in Coffey County Lake. These hard-fighting fish offer anglers exciting battles and the opportunity to catch trophy-sized specimens. Trolling with crankbaits or casting with swimbaits are effective methods for targeting hybrid stripers. Coffey County Lake's open waters and adequate forage make it an ideal habitat for these powerful predators.

Walleye, known for their excellent taste and challenging nature, are also present in Coffey County Lake. Anglers can target walleye by trolling with crankbaits or casting with jigs near drop-offs, submerged structures, or rocky points. The lake's varying depths and underwater contours create optimal conditions for walleye fishing.

Catfish, including channel catfish and blue catfish, are abundant in Coffey County Lake. Anglers can pursue catfish using a variety of baits, such as cut bait, stink bait, or live bait. Fishing near the lake's deeper areas, including channels and holes, can increase the chances of hooking into a catfish. Coffey County Lake's catfish population offers both size and quantity, making it an appealing destination for catfish anglers.

White bass and crappie are additional popular species found in Coffey County Lake. Anglers can target white bass by casting with jigs, spoons, or crankbaits, particularly during their spawning runs. Crappie can be caught by vertical jigging near submerged structures or brush piles. These panfish species provide additional angling opportunities and are known for their tasty fillets.

As the cooling pond for the Wolf Creek Generating Station, the water stays warm and the fish grow year round. The pride of Wolf Creek Reservoir is its great fishing for big smallmouth bass. Cruise the 20 miles of shoreline in search of smallies, largemouth, catfish and walleye. Crappie, white bass and wipers are also abundant in the lake. Just across the highway is John Redmond Reservoir, which has a campground.

Primary fish species residing in Coffey County Lake

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Coffey County Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: NO

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