Fishing

Regulations
Forecast, Stocking, Reports & Attractor GPS'
Forecast, Stocking, Reports & Attractor GPS'

Want to know where the best place for fishing is today? Here are some helpful links that will help you make your fishing destination decision!

Fishing Reports

Fishing Forecast

Fish Stocking Information

Bathymetric Maps

Google KMZ file of KS Fish Attractors

Licenses & Fees
Licenses & Fees

Fishing Applications and Fees
Anglers age 16 through 74, who have been bona fide residents of the state for 60 days immediately prior to buying a license, must have a resident license in possession while fishing in Kansas. All nonresidents 16 and older must have a valid nonresident license to fish in Kansas (unless fishing on a private pond not leased for public fishing). All licenses expire 365 days from the date of purchase, except five-day, lifetime, and 24-hour fishing licenses.

Special Fish Programs
Fishing News
  • New Kansas Record for Blue Catfish Tops Previous by 18.3 Pounds
    For Immediate Release:   July 18, 2025  Contact:    Laura Rose Clawson, Chief of Public AffairsLaura.roseclawson@ks.govNew Kansas Record for Blue Catfish Tops Previous by 18.3 PoundsPRATT – Kansas has a new state record blue catfish, and it’s a big one.On May 15, 2025, Daniel Mayer of Agency, Mo., caught a 12 ... Read More
  • Kansas Fish Consumption Advisories for 2025
    For Immediate ReleaseJanuary 10, 2025 Contact:                                                   ... Read More
  • Wildlife and Parks Commissioners Approve New Blue Catfish Harvest Regulation
    For Immediate Release:July 17, 2024 Contacts: Jessica Ward, Communications ManagerJessica.ward@ks.govWildlife and Parks Commissioners Approve New Blue Catfish Harvest RegulationPRATT – Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commissioners approved a new blue catfish harvest regulation for Clinton, El Dorado, Elk City, Glen Elder, John Redmond, and Melvern r ... Read More

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