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Decorah, IA Fishing Trip — April

Your Decorah, IA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 37°F7.2" rain · 15 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

April Weather in Decorah

57°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
7.2"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

2 in Decorah + 1 Nearby

The Landing, a Riverfront Inn - The Landing, a Riverfront Inn
The Landing, a Riverfront Inn

The Landing, a Riverfront Inn

4.9(176)Top Rated

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.

Guttenberg, Iowa
Bear Creek Anglers - Bear Creek Anglers
Bear Creek Anglers

Bear Creek Anglers

5(21)Top Rated
Decorah, Iowa
Xicanx Fly - Xicanx Fly
Xicanx Fly

Xicanx Fly

5(12)Top Rated

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.

freshwaterfly fishingLargemouth BassSpeckled Trout
Decorah, Iowa

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
Waders (if not provided)
Wading boots
Bug spray
Bug spray
Rain gear
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Decorah from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Decorah

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Decorah

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Walleye

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Channel Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Rainbow Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Iowa Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$22
Non-Resident$48.50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Includes all inland waters. Trout fee additional.

Buy License Online — Iowa

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

In streams and rivers, all bass must be immediately released. Exceptions exist for specific lakes and impoundments.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Certain lakes and rivers may have different length and bag limits; check local regulations.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

None

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some areas are catch-and-release only; check local regulations.

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