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Bob Shetler

Iowa, United States

3.8Β·126 catches

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Channel catfish

12 in Β· 1 lb

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Silver carp

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Largemouth bass

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Freshwater drum

10 in Β· 1 lb

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General info

Bob Shetler is a lake located in Polk County, Iowa, United States. It is most popular for fishing Channel catfish, Northern pike, and Largemouth bass.

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41Β°41β€²51.2β€³N 93Β°40β€²50.5β€³W
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Fishing regulations at Bob Shetler, IA

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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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of May 9, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Bob Shetler is a lake located in Polk County, Iowa, United States. Its coordinates are:
41Β°41β€²51.2β€³N 93Β°40β€²50.5β€³W
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