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Clinton Lake

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Kansas, United States

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Clinton Lake is a lake located in Douglas County, Kansas, United States. It is most popular for fishing White bass, Channel catfish, and White crappie.

Location

38°55′2.1″N 95°21′10.1″W
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Official website

www.nwk.usace.army.mil

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Fishing regulations at Clinton Lake, KS

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.

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FAQ about Clinton Lake fishing

📍 Where is Clinton Lake located?
Clinton Lake is a lake located in Douglas County, Kansas, United States. Its coordinates are:
38°55′2.1″N 95°21′10.1″W
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🎣 Where on Clinton Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Clinton Lake by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Clinton Lake?
The most common species in Clinton Lake are:
📢 What are the latest Clinton Lake fishing reports?
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🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Clinton Lake?

Fishing in Kansas requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Resident and non-resident annual and short-term licenses are available online or at authorized retailers.

In Kansas, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 75 and older. Residents 65 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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