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| Iowa Trout Fishing | |
| Trout Fishing in Iowa Trout fishing in Iowa is limited to rainbows, brook and brown trout. There are 44 managed trout fisheries in the state. See a list of Iowa trout fishing streams from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Trout Fishing Waters In Iowa None of the major lakes in Iowa harbor a population of trout. The state record brook trout was caught in Fountain Springs Creek, the state record brown trout came from North Prairie Lake and French Creek boasts the state record rainbow trout. Visit the Iowa Department of Natural Resources website for details regarding trout stocking in Iowa. Rainbow Trout
Brook Trout
Brown Trout
Trout Fishing Organizations & Resources Trout Unlimited
The states list to the left can direct you to information about trout fishing in other states. All About Fishing for Trout in Iowa. |
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RAINBOW TROUT |
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42 lbs - 2 oz |
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19 lbs - 8 oz |
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52 - 68 Degrees |
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Prefers generally clear flowing waters with turbulence for oxygenation over gravel, rock or sandy bottoms. |
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BROOK TROUT |
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14 lbs - 8 oz |
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7 lbs - 0 oz |
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52 to 64 Degrees |
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Prefers clear cold water with moderate current over gravel, rocks or sand. |
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BROWN TROUT |
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41 lbs - 7 oz |
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15 lbs - 6 oz |
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56 - 64 Degrees |
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Prefers slightly stained cool water with minimum current over rock or sandy bottoms with heavy cover. |
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