The following fishing and lake reports for Osage County lakes were provided by Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism.
Melvern Lake – Last Updated: 7/28/2014
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method, & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crappie | Slow | 0.33-1 lbs. | Fish being caught on jigs and minnows over brush. |
| Black bass | Fair-Good | 0.5-3 lbs. | Casting spinner baits along rocky shorelines. |
| Channel catfish | Good | 1-5 lbs. | Using nightcrawlers and chicken livers. |
| General Comments | |||
| Lake level was 0.1′ above normal, release = 20 cfs, and temperature = 79 on July 28. Melvern Reservoir has zebra mussels. Remember to clean, drain, and dry your boat and fishing equipment when leaving the lake to keep from spreading them to other lakes. | |||
Osage State Fishing Lake – Last Updated: 7/28/2014
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method, & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluegill | Fair-Good | Up to 0.3 lbs. | Using worm under bobber |
| Largemouth Bass | Fair | 0.5-3 lbs. | Using jigs, crankbaits and spinners. |
| Channel catfish | Fair | 1-6 lbs. | Using worms, chicken liver, stinkbait around feeders. |
Local fishermen are invited to comment below to update fishing conditions or other local lake information.
