Guide To Fishing At Elk City Lake

AKA: Elk City Reservoir

With plenty of areas for fishing from the bank, Elk City Lake is a great place to take kids, as well as experienced anglers for a day of fishing. Numerous area campgrounds also make this a popular destination for an extended stay.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

There is no marina or boat rentals at this 4,500-acre lake, but virtually everything else you need is available at or close to the lake. Cruise around the 50 miles of shoreline and wet a line to tempt crappie, bass, catfish, saugeye and white bass into biting.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, white crappie, saugeye, bluegill and white bass at Elk City Lake in Kansas.

Primary fish species residing in Elk City Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Elk City Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Elk City State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Squaw Creek Road, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Click here for a Kansas Fishing License.