🐟 What fish can you catch in Ellis?

Most commonly caught species around Ellis , KS : Largemouth bass - 420 reported catches Channel catfish - 129 reported catches Walleye - 79 reported catches White bass - 77 reported catches Black crappie - 74 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Ellis fishing reports?

The latest Ellis , KS fishing reports are: @TheWoodBarber reported a nice Largemouth bass at Chetolah Creek . @samkappler reported a nice Largemouth bass at Cedar Bluff Reservoir . @sihongliu reported a nice Largemouth bass at Big Creek . @jenniferneil reported a nice Walleye . @adolfosalgado reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Cedar Bluff Reservoir . .

Fishing in Ellis, KS

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Ellis, Kansas?

Anglers in Ellis , KS recommend these top fishing spots: Cedar Bluff Reservoir , Smoky Hill River , Big Creek , Saline River , Chetolah Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Ellis?

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Kansas, United States

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Top fish species in Ellis

Latest Ellis fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Chetolah Creek

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Cedar Bluff Reservoir

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Big Creek

length · weight

Walleye

18 in · 2 lb

Smallmouth bass

Cedar Bluff Reservoir

16 in · 1 lb

Freshwater drum

Cedar Bluff Reservoir

15 in · 1 lb

Smallmouth bass

Cedar Bluff Reservoir

21 in · 5 lb 6 oz

Largemouth bass

10 in · 1 lb

Black crappie

Chetolah Creek

length · weight

Channel catfish

Big Creek

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Ellis

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 Kansas 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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 18th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

15"

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

No closed season.

Statewide in Impounded WIFA Waters: 18-inch minimum length limit, 2 fish daily creel limit.

For site-specific regulations that apply in specified reservoirs, state fishing lakes, and community lakes, see

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

38°56′4.6″N 99°33′24.5″W

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FAQ about Ellis fishing

Anglers in Ellis, KS recommend these top fishing spots: Cedar Bluff Reservoir, Smoky Hill River, Big Creek, Saline River, and Chetolah Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Ellis, KS:

Largemouth bass - 420 reported catches
Channel catfish - 129 reported catches
Walleye - 79 reported catches
White bass - 77 reported catches
Black crappie - 74 reported catches

The latest Ellis, KS fishing reports are:

@TheWoodBarber reported a nice Largemouth bass at Chetolah Creek.
@samkappler reported a nice Largemouth bass at Cedar Bluff Reservoir.
@sihongliu reported a nice Largemouth bass at Big Creek.
@jenniferneil reported a nice Walleye.
@adolfosalgado reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Cedar Bluff Reservoir.

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