Yates Center - South Owl Fishing Report - Updated: 4/7/26

Species Rating Size Baits, Method & Location
Largemouth bass Good 1-5 lbs. Swimbaits, spinnerbaits, or vibrating jigs worked near rocky banks or water willow.  Nice sized bass are available.
channel catfish Good 1/2-15 lbs Using shad sides livers or other prepared baits on wind blown banks should get a few bites. 
Walleye No reports 10-24"  
crappie Good up to 14" Crappie should be staging to spawn, look for them around habitat in 4-8ft. of water or near the dam. Jig and plastic or minnows under a bobber are supreme crappie catchers.
General Comments
STOP AQUATIC HITCHHIKERS! CLEAN, DRAIN, and DRY your boat and livewell before leaving an area. DO NOT MOVE FISH OR BAIT between waters.