Wilson Lake
Wilson Reservoir covers about 9,000 acres in the Smoky Hills of north-central Kansas with nine boat ramps. KDWP lists white bass, walleye, striped bass, smallmouth bass and largemouth bass as sport fish.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
White Bass
KDWP sport fish
Walleye
KDWP: 15 in minimum noted
Striped Bass
KDWP sport fish; Corps notes strong striper fishing
Smallmouth Bass
KDWP: 15 in minimum noted
Largemouth Bass
KDWP: 15 in minimum noted
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Cedar Creek Boat RampRampUSACE ramp; serves the wildlife areaDirections ↗
- Elm Creek Boat RampRampUSACE ramp; serves the wildlife areaDirections ↗
- Spillway Boat RampRampUSACE rampDirections ↗
- 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 Wilson Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
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Search more bait shops near Wilson Lake ↗Local tips
- Striped bass are a featured fishery; the Corps describes the striper fishing as strong.
- Walleye and both black bass species carry 15-inch minimums per KDWP.
- Nine ramps ring the lake, so pick the one nearest the area you fish.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.