FishKillFlea Kansas is the hidden gem of Great Plains fishing — Milford's walleye capital, El Dorado's trophy wipers, farm pond largemouth, and massive blue catfish in the Kansas River. Whether you hold a Kansas fishing license or out of state fishing license Kansas, these waters will surprise you.
Top Reservoirs
| Lake | Acres | Target Species | Creel Limit | Why Famous |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milford Reservoir | 15,700 | Walleye, white bass, crappie | 5 walleye (15″) | Largest KS lake — #1 walleye |
| El Dorado Reservoir | 8,000 | Wiper, walleye, catfish | 2 wiper (18″) | Wiper capital of KS |
| Cheney Reservoir | 9,550 | Walleye, white bass, crappie | 5 walleye (15″) | Near Wichita — easy metro access |
| Glen Elder Reservoir | 12,600 | Blue catfish, walleye, wiper | 5 blue cats (no min) | Trophy blue cats — state records |
| Perry Reservoir | 12,200 | Crappie, walleye, white bass | 50 crappie | Near Topeka — spring crappie run |
Rivers
- Kansas River (Kaw): Blue catfish, flathead — metro fishing through Lawrence, Topeka, KC. Access from multiple public ramps
- Arkansas River: Sand bass, catfish — south-central KS through Wichita. Excellent wading
- Flint Hills streams: Smallmouth bass — unique limestone spring-fed creeks. Private access with permission
Seasonal Guide
| Season | Best Targets | Prime Locations | Tips |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | White bass run, crappie spawn, walleye | Milford, Perry, rivers | Follow white bass upstream on rivers |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Wiper, catfish, night fishing | El Dorado, Glen Elder, Kansas River | Fish dawn/dusk for wipers; trotlines for cats |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | Wiper blitz, walleye, crappie | El Dorado, Cheney, Milford | Wipers school in shallows — topwater action |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Ice fishing walleye/crappie, winter catfish | Glen Elder, Milford, Perry | Ice-over varies — check KDWP ice reports |
Fishing in Neighboring States
Planning a regional trip? Compare with neighbors: Colorado for mountain trout, Missouri for Ozark bass, Nebraska for Sandhills walleye, or Oklahoma for Grand Lake bass.
A Kansas day fishing license for NR is just $11 for a 1-day permit! See full costs or buy your license now.