Shawnee Mission Park Lake Fishing Report -
| Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method, Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluegill | Fair | Up to 8 inches | Livebait under a bobber fished near deeper structure |
| Crappie | Fair | Up to 15 inches | Worms and minnows near structure are producing the best. A variety of small jigs will also work. Target deep structure. |
| Channel Catfish | Fair | Up to 6 lbs. | Some being caught lake wide. Best bite with fresh cut bait. |
| Wiper | Slow | Up to 9 lbs. | Live bait and shad imitation baits along the dam are producing the best. Target wind blown points when possible |
| Largemouth Bass | Fair | Up to 4 lbs. | Jigs, finesse worms, crawfish presentations and ned rigs near rocky and brushy structure. Fish squarebill crank baits slowly as water warms. |
| Trout | Trout were stocked in late February. Use worms, powerbait, inline spinners and spoons. | ||
| General Comments | |||
| A Johnson County Fishing License is no longer required. A state of Kansas Fishing License and Kansas Trout stamp are required to fish for trout. Water temperatures should be near 45 degrees this weekend | |||