Hacklebarney West

Hacklebarney West is a lake in Montgomery County, Iowa. Hacklebarney West covers about 4.8 acres and reaches a recorded 20 feet.

What to Expect at Hacklebarney West

Hacklebarney West 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 Hacklebarney West

Fish reported from Hacklebarney West include black bullhead, bluegill, channel catfish, largemouth bass, and redear sunfish.

Bass

For bass at Hacklebarney West, fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Hacklebarney West, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, redear or other sunfish.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

For bottom fishing at Hacklebarney West, put cut bait, a nightcrawler or prepared bait on bottom for channel catfish, and fish a worm or small piece of cut bait in quiet water for bullheads.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Hacklebarney West

On a first trip to Hacklebarney West, 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 Hacklebarney West

Spring at Hacklebarney West 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 Hacklebarney West can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.