🐟 What fish can you catch in Topeka?

Most commonly caught species around Topeka , KS : Largemouth bass - 4,848 reported catches Channel catfish - 1,557 reported catches White crappie - 811 reported catches White bass - 754 reported catches Bluegill - 729 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Topeka fishing reports?

The latest Topeka , KS fishing reports are: @wxchaserz reported a nice Channel catfish at Shawnee State Fishing Lake . @wxchaserz reported a nice Channel catfish at Shawnee State Fishing Lake . @georgecici reported a nice Largemouth bass . @jacksongiblin reported a nice Bluegill at Pat Dawson Billings Nature Area . .

Fishing in Topeka, KS

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Topeka, Kansas?

Anglers in Topeka , KS recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Shawnee , Kansas River , Perry Lake , Wakarusa River , Shawnee State Fishing Lake .

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

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Kansas, United States

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Top fish species in Topeka

Latest Topeka fishing reports

Channel catfish

Shawnee State Fishing Lake

length · weight

Channel catfish

Shawnee State Fishing Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

length · weight

Bluegill

Pat Dawson Billings Nature Area

length · weight

Clinton Lake

length · weight

Common carp

Clinton Lake

32 in · 15 lb

Largemouth bass

Pat Dawson Billings Nature Area

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Yankee Tank Creek

length · weight

Freshwater drum

Clinton Lake

11 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

Shawnee State Fishing Lake

10 in · 6 oz

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Fishing regulations in Topeka

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 22nd, 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

39°02′4.6″N 95°41′43.8″W

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FAQ about Topeka fishing

Anglers in Topeka, KS recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Shawnee, Kansas River, Perry Lake, Wakarusa River, and Shawnee State Fishing Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Topeka, KS:

Largemouth bass - 4,848 reported catches
Channel catfish - 1,557 reported catches
White crappie - 811 reported catches
White bass - 754 reported catches
Bluegill - 729 reported catches

The latest Topeka, KS fishing reports are:

@wxchaserz reported a nice Channel catfish at Shawnee State Fishing Lake.
@wxchaserz reported a nice Channel catfish at Shawnee State Fishing Lake.
@georgecici reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@jacksongiblin reported a nice Bluegill at Pat Dawson Billings Nature Area.

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