Crab Tree Lake

Crab Tree Lake is a lake in Marshall County, Iowa. Crab Tree Lake covers about 42 acres and holds about 400 acre-feet.

What to Expect at Crab Tree Lake

Crab Tree Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Useful Baits at Crab Tree Lake

A reliable current fish list was not found for Crab Tree Lake, so it would be wrong to promise a certain species without better proof.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Crab Tree Lake

On a first trip to Crab Tree, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

When to Fish Crab Tree Lake

Spring at Crab Tree is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Crab Tree can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.