Kanopolis Lake Fishing near Ellsworth, Kansas

Kanopolis Lake is a reservoir located just 16.1 miles from Ellsworth, in Ellsworth County, in the state of Kansas, United States, near Venango, KS. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including carp, smallmouth bass, white bass, crappie, walleye, bream/bluegill, largemouth bass and catfish here. Whether you’re spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Kanopolis Lake. Alternate names for this reservoir include Kanopolis Reservoir.

Join us as we discuss the Kansas Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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