Fishing Hot Spots Topo Maps for Iowa

Part of the M-Series, these instantly recognizable "blue maps" are the ones that made Fishing Hot Spots a familiar name among anglers nationwide. Fishing Hot Spots Maps are produced using the latest computer drafting and imaging technology for optimum accuracy and clarity. Each detailed map provides depth contours, boat ramps, structure, navigational aids and lake info such as gamefish abundance, forage base, water clarity, weedline depth and bottom composition. Maps also contain an easy-to-use latitude and longitude grid, as well as some GPS information. All fishing areas are shaded and numbered, leading you to detailed fishing reports located directly on the map. Size unfolded: 24" x 36". Clear Lake Clear Lake contains good numbers of quality walleye and trophy muskie are out there as well. An excellent population of catfish provides lots of action, while anglers will find success targeting yellow bass and bullhead too. Okoboji Lakes-East/West West Okoboji is the second largest natural lake in Iowa and has earned a reputation for producing trophy fish, including the state record muskie and northern pike. East Okoboji Lake produced the Iowa state record buffalo. Both lakes host populations of walleye, smallmouth, bass, yellow perch, bluegill, carp, drum, channel catfish and bullhead. Rathbun Lake Iowa's largest lake, Rathbun is home to nice populations of walleye, catfish and crappie. Thick weeds and wood provide the cover for largemouth and white bass. Saylorville-Big Creek Lakes Saylorville Lake hosts a strong walleye population, and the state record was taken near the Saylorville Dam. Big Creek Lake offers a good number of walleye in the 25' range and several catfish in the 20 to 30 lb. range are caught each year. Species populations vary by lake and include largemouth bass, white bass, black crappie, saugey, bullhead and channel catfish. Spirit Lake Anglers of all skill levels will find a challenge on the largest of Iowa's Great Lakes. Excellent populations of walleye, smallmouth and pike attract gamefish enthusiasts, while numerous panfish and bullhead appeal to thousands of shore anglers