🐟 What fish can you catch in Russell?

Most commonly caught species around Russell , KS : Largemouth bass - 351 reported catches Channel catfish - 149 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 135 reported catches Walleye - 67 reported catches White bass - 48 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Russell fishing reports?

The latest Russell , KS fishing reports are: @I_catch_Dinks_only reported a nice Largemouth bass at Wilson Reservoir . @boydgabe reported a nice Channel catfish at Smoky Hill River . @boydgabe reported a nice Shovelnose sturgeon at Smoky Hill River . @ratzhepatitis reported a nice Common carp at Fossil Lake . @ratzhepatitis reported a nice Common carp at Fossil Lake . .

Fishing in Russell, KS

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Russell, Kansas?

Anglers in Russell , KS recommend these top fishing spots: Wilson Reservoir , Smoky Hill River , Big Creek , Saline River , Fossil Lake .

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

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Kansas, United States

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Top fish species in Russell

Latest Russell fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Wilson Reservoir

18 in · 3 lb 3 oz

Channel catfish

Smoky Hill River

length · weight

Shovelnose sturgeon

Smoky Hill River

length · weight

Common carp

Fossil Lake

length · weight

Common carp

Fossil Lake

length · weight

River carpsucker

Smoky Hill River

length · weight

Brown trout

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Chetolah Creek

length · weight

Common carp

Fossil Lake

length · weight

Common carp

Fossil Lake

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Russell

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 19th, 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°53′14.6″N 98°51′5″W

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FAQ about Russell fishing

Anglers in Russell, KS recommend these top fishing spots: Wilson Reservoir, Smoky Hill River, Big Creek, Saline River, and Fossil Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Russell, KS:

Largemouth bass - 351 reported catches
Channel catfish - 149 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 135 reported catches
Walleye - 67 reported catches
White bass - 48 reported catches

The latest Russell, KS fishing reports are:

@I_catch_Dinks_only reported a nice Largemouth bass at Wilson Reservoir.
@boydgabe reported a nice Channel catfish at Smoky Hill River.
@boydgabe reported a nice Shovelnose sturgeon at Smoky Hill River.
@ratzhepatitis reported a nice Common carp at Fossil Lake.
@ratzhepatitis reported a nice Common carp at Fossil Lake.

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