Fishing Charters in Iowa
Browse fishing charters in Iowa that can help you catch rainbow trout.
Ron Oman Charters
Cherokee, Iowa
Xicanx Fly
XICANX FLY. Iowa Driftless Fly Fishing guided trips. Premium quality Drifless flies for sale. Specializing in Euro Nymphing and innovative Trout Streamers, Bass Streamers, Pike/Musky Streamers, and Great Lakes steelhead flies.
Legends Guide Service
Paul Malone Fishing Inc
Fishing and Hunting Guide Services, bass fishing guide
Sugar Bottom Crappie Guide Service
IceBound Guide Service
Professional fishing charter service in Grimes, Iowa. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!
Todd's Fishing Guide
Fishing Charter that provides the best Mississippi River Catfish, Walleye, Crappie, Blue Gill, and Bass Fishing. Book your fishing trip today with Todd's Fishing Guide!
Bear Creek Anglers
Wonderlich Outdoors
Wonderlich Outdoors Hunting and Fishing Guide in Iowa offer everything from ice fishing to whitetail deer guides to African safaris.
The Landing, a Riverfront Inn
At The Landing, we provide lodging rooms and suites in this beautifully renovated warehouse. Along with the Riverfront Inn, we have a gas dock and fishing barge along the Mississippi River.
Fish Okoboji
Fish on the Iowa Great Lakes in Okoboji, Iowa with JTG Expeditions, your professional Okoboji fishing guides.
Central Iowa Charters
Best Time to Catch Rainbow Trout
Rainbow Trout can be caught year-round in Bedford. Right now in February, activity is Fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Rainbow Trout
While southwest Iowa isn't typically known as a trout haven, Bedford offers a unique opportunity to target rainbow trout thanks to stocking programs in select locations. Viking Lake State Park is the key here. The lake receives regular stockings of rainbow trout, particularly in the spring and fall, making these seasons the best times to fish. Focus your efforts near the stocking locations immediately after a stocking. Small spinners, spoons, and live bait like worms or PowerBait are effective. Keep an eye on water temperatures; trout prefer cooler water, so fishing can slow down during the heat of summer. A helpful hint: check the Iowa DNR's stocking reports online to know when the last stocking occurred. Also, be aware of any specific regulations for Viking Lake, such as creel limits or tackle restrictions. These stocked trout are generally in the 10-14 inch range, offering a great chance to catch some beautiful fish in an unexpected Iowa location.
How to Catch Rainbow Trout
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Rainbow Trout in Bedford.
Rainbow Trout Fishing Regulations in Iowa
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Fishing license
Some areas are catch-and-release only; check local regulations.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Iowa state wildlife agency before fishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the daily limit for Rainbow Trout in Iowa?
You can keep up to 5 Rainbow Trout per day in Iowa.
Is there a size restriction for Rainbow Trout I catch near Bedford?
There is no minimum size limit for Rainbow Trout in Iowa, so you can keep any size you catch.
Do I need a fishing license to target Rainbow Trout in Bedford, Iowa?
Yes, you need a valid Iowa fishing license to fish for Rainbow Trout in Bedford.
Can I fish for Rainbow Trout year-round near Bedford?
Yes, the season for Rainbow Trout is open year-round in Iowa.
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