Miami State Fishing Lake Fishing Report - Updated: 7/31/25

Species Rating Size Baits, Method & Location
Largemouth Bass Good 0.5-6 lbs Jigs, crawdad presentations, jerk baits, and ned rigs near rocky habitat and submerged brush. Fish deeper structure.  Some topwater opportunities may exist in the early morning or late evening.
Bluegill Good Up to 0.33 lbs Jigs or worms fished near shoreline structure.
Channel Cat Fair 1-10 lbs Channel cats can be taken now on a variety of live or prepared baits lake-wide. 
Crappie Fair Up to 13 inches Crappie can be taken using a variety of jigs, minnows, and small swim baits.  Crappie should be in deeper water..
White Bass Slow 14-17 inches White bass can be taken on shad imitation lures and white marabou jigs.   
General Comments
The curly-leaf pondweed has subsided for the year.  Water temps are near 88 degrees