Isabel Waterfowl Report - Updated: 1/22/26

Waterfowl numbers No waterfowl observed 1/22.
Water level The main lake is nearly full. The pool south of the main lake is full and the pool to the east of that has some water.  The pool along Hwy. 42 is full. 
Hunting conditions The 2nd segment of the Low Plains Late Zone is 1/17 to 1/25.
Expected hunting success 75% ice-covered on 1/22 with cold weather forecast through the weekend.
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Teal Season (Low Plains Zone):  September 13 - September 21, 2025

Youth, Veteran, Active Military Waterfowl (Low Plains Late Zone):  October 18-19, 2025

Ducks (Low Plains Late Zone):  November 1, 2025 - January 4, 2026 (first segment) and January 17, 2026 - January 25, 2026 (second segment)

Daily check-in and harvest reporting is required

Check-in/Check-out on The Web

  1. Visit https://ksoutdoors.com/checkin
  2. Click the “Check-in/Check-out” link in the top menu

Check-in/Check-out on The App

  1. Download “Go Outdoors KS” from the Apple or Google Play store
  2. Click “Check-in/Check-out”
  3. Select a location
  4. Login with KDWP credentials
  5. Complete and submit “Check-in" form 

Only non-toxic shot is allowed on Isabel Wetland Wildlife Area for all species.