Storm Lake
Storm Lake covers 3,097 acres (including Little Storm Lake) with a maximum depth of 20.3 feet. Iowa DNR rates walleye and channel catfish fair, with a strong walleye year class and many white bass over 14 inches.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Walleye
Rated fair; stocked most years
Channel Catfish
Rated fair; many 2-5 lb
White Bass
Many over 14 in
Yellow Perch
Listed
Crappie
Black crappie listed
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Marina boat rampsRampSouthwest side; fish cleaning station on floating dockDirections ↗
- Bel Aire boat rampRampRestroom installed 2020Directions ↗
- Sunset Park rampRampEast shore; shore fishing starts nearbyDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Storm Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Iowa Department of Natural Resources ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Storm Lake ↗Local tips
- Walleye have a slot limit; check current rules.
- Chautauqua jetty on the north shore is a shore-fishing spot.
- The lake is shallow (20 ft max).
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.