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Des Moines River (Iowa)
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Fishing regulations at Des Moines River (Iowa), 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.
Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of May 14, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
FAQ about Des Moines River (Iowa) fishing
- Channel catfish - 331 members reported to have caught this fish
- Walleye - 206 members reported to have caught this fish
- Flathead catfish - 194 members reported to have caught this fish
- @samconlin reported a nice White bass.
- @micah.chavez reported a nice Hybrid striped bass.
- @autumnlongfield reported a nice Common carp.
- @autumnlongfield reported a nice Common carp.
- @danniehickman reported a nice Northern pike.
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