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Fishing in Grimes, IA

Iowa, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Grimes spots deliver

Top fish species in Grimes

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Bluegill
Bluegill
Channel catfish
Channel catfish
Black crappie
Black crappie
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass

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Channel catfish

Camp Dodge Johnston Lake

16 in · 1 lb

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Creek chub

Walnut Creek

9 in · 3 oz

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Creek chub

Little Walnut Creek

8 in · 3 oz

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Creek chub

Little Walnut Creek

9 in · 5 oz

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Largemouth bass

Ankeny Community School Pond

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Bluegill

Ankeny Community School Pond

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Black crappie

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

Big Creek Lake

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Black crappie

Signature Pond

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About Grimes fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Grimes, Iowa. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 14,478 catches for Largemouth bass, 2,669 catches for Bluegill, and 2,266 catches for Channel catfish.

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Fishing regulations in Grimes

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Iowa can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Grimes fishing

Anglers in Grimes, IA recommend these top fishing spots: Des Moines River (Iowa), Saylorville Lake, Big Creek Lake, Raccoon River, and Terra Lake.
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