🐟 What fish can you catch in Wathena?

Most commonly caught species around Wathena , KS : Largemouth bass - 1,870 reported catches Channel catfish - 555 reported catches Bluegill - 246 reported catches White crappie - 155 reported catches Black crappie - 114 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Wathena fishing reports?

The latest Wathena , KS fishing reports are: @Charlie28 reported a nice Freshwater drum at Missouri River (MO) . @Ivan.var25 reported a nice White bass at Smithville Lake . @_JacoBASS_ reported a nice Largemouth bass . @_JacoBASS_ reported a nice Largemouth bass . @_JacoBASS_ reported a nice Largemouth bass . .

Fishing in Wathena, KS

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Wathena, Kansas?

Anglers in Wathena , KS recommend these top fishing spots: Missouri River (MO) , Platte River , Krug Park , Browning Lake , Everyday Pond .

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

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Kansas, United States

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Top fish species in Wathena

Latest Wathena fishing reports

Freshwater drum

Missouri River (MO)

14 in · 1 lb

White bass

Smithville Lake

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Black crappie

Smithville Lake

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Largemouth bass

Corby Grove

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White bass

length · weight

White crappie

Smithville Lake

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Fishing regulations in Wathena

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

39°45′36.7″N 94°56′22.6″W

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FAQ about Wathena fishing

Anglers in Wathena, KS recommend these top fishing spots: Missouri River (MO), Platte River, Krug Park, Browning Lake, and Everyday Pond.

Most commonly caught species around Wathena, KS:

Largemouth bass - 1,870 reported catches
Channel catfish - 555 reported catches
Bluegill - 246 reported catches
White crappie - 155 reported catches
Black crappie - 114 reported catches

The latest Wathena, KS fishing reports are:

@Charlie28 reported a nice Freshwater drum at Missouri River (MO).
@Ivan.var25 reported a nice White bass at Smithville Lake.
@_JacoBASS_ reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@_JacoBASS_ reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@_JacoBASS_ reported a nice Largemouth bass.

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