Little George Lake

Little George Lake is a lake in Shelby County, Iowa. Little George Lake covers about 2 acres.

What to Expect at Little George Lake

Little George 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 Little George Lake

Fish reported from Little George Lake include bluegill and largemouth bass. Stocking records for Little George Lake also list channel catfish, though that does not mean those fish will be easy to catch on every trip.

Bass

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

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

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

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

For bottom fishing at Little George, put cut bait, a nightcrawler or prepared bait on bottom for channel catfish.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Little George Lake

On a first trip to Little George, 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 Little George Lake

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