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Elm Lake

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Iowa, United States

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Elm Lake fishing reports

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Northern pike

16 in · 1 lb

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Northern pike

25 in · 3 lb

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Black crappie

13 in · 2 lb

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Black crappie

12 in · 1 lb

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Largemouth bass

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Channel catfish

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General info

Elm Lake is a lake located in Wright County, Iowa, United States. It is most popular for fishing Northern pike, Channel catfish, and Largemouth bass.

Location

42°45′46″N 93°40′40.2″W
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Fishing regulations at Elm Lake, IA

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 Iowa 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 Elm Lake fishing

Elm Lake is a lake located in Wright County, Iowa, United States. Its coordinates are:
42°45′46″N 93°40′40.2″W
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