Wellington Hargis Creek Lake
Wellington, KS
City of Wellington, 620-326-6331
¾ mile North, ¼ mile East of Junction Hwys 81 & 160
GPS Location: 37.27867 -97.38719
Location/Address:
Wellington, KS
Impoundment Type: Community Lake
Surface Acres: 65 acres
| Fishing Population | Creel Limit | Min Length Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegill | ||
| Black Bullhead | ||
| Channel Catfish | 5 | 15 |
| Crappie | 50 | |
| Flathead Catfish | 5 | |
| Largemouth Bass | 2 | 18 |
| Saugeye | 2 | 18 |
** Striped Bass or Wiper in Combination
*** Walleye, Sauger or Saugeye in Combination
Fishing Report - Last Update: 6/12/2013
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Species |
Rating |
Size |
Baits, Method, & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Channel Catfish |
Good |
all sizes |
Fish shallow with shad sides or liver. Catfish should be spawning in rocky areas. |
|
Crappie |
Fair |
up to 14" |
The crappie spawn is over and fish will hang on structure in deeper water. |
|
Largemouth Bass |
Fair |
Up to 18" |
Fish any cover with lures or live bait. |
|
Saugeye |
Fair |
Up to 18" |
Few reports. Use live bait or shad imitation lures in shallow water, especially on windblown shores. |
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General Comments |
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