Fishing Charters in Iowa
Browse fishing charters in Iowa that can help you catch smallmouth bass.
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 Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass can be caught year-round in Bedford. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass fishing near Bedford, Iowa, presents a more limited, but still potentially rewarding, opportunity. While not a primary smallmouth destination, certain stretches of the Grand River and its tributaries can hold populations of these feisty fish. Look for rocky areas, riffles, and deeper pools with current. Summer and early fall, when water levels are stable, are often the best times to target smallmouth. Small crankbaits, tubes, and topwater lures can all be effective. A valuable local tip is to focus on areas where the river narrows and the current picks up. Smallmouth often congregate in these spots. Be prepared to wade, as access can be limited in some areas. Also, be sure to check water levels before heading out, as heavy rains can make the river unfishable. Due to potentially limited populations, practice catch and release to help maintain the fishery.
How to Catch Smallmouth Bass
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Smallmouth Bass in Bedford.
Smallmouth Bass Fishing Regulations in Iowa
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
12-inch minimum
License Required
Fishing license
In streams and rivers, all bass must be immediately released. Exceptions exist for specific lakes and impoundments.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Iowa state wildlife agency before fishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the size limit for Smallmouth Bass in Iowa?
You can only keep Smallmouth Bass that are 12 inches or longer in Iowa.
How many Smallmouth Bass can I keep in a day?
The daily bag limit for Smallmouth Bass in Iowa is 5.
Can I fish for Smallmouth Bass all year in Iowa?
Yes, the season for Smallmouth Bass is open year-round in Iowa.
Do I need a license to fish for Smallmouth Bass near Bedford?
Yes, you typically need a valid Iowa fishing license to fish for Smallmouth Bass unless an exemption applies.
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