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State Lake

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Kansas, United States

3.7·77 catches

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Bluegill

10 in · 1 lb 2 oz

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Channel catfish

17 in · 4 lb

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Channel catfish

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Saugeye

16 in · 1 lb 8 oz

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Largemouth bass

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Channel catfish

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General info

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

Location

39°06′34.2″N 97°34′10.9″W
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Fishing regulations at State 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 State Lake fishing

State Lake is a lake located in Ottawa County, Kansas, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°06′34.2″N 97°34′10.9″W
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