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Marr Park Lake

Marr Park Lake is a lake in Washington County, Iowa.

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Fish species in Marr Park Lake

Official stocking history

Stocking records show that the following fish or strains were stocked here. A historical stocking does not by itself prove that a self-sustaining population remains today.

Marr Park Lake is a lake in Washington County, Iowa. Marr Park Lake covers about 7 acres and reaches a recorded 25 feet.

What to Expect at Marr Park Lake

Marr Park 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 Marr Park Lake

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

Bass

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

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Marr Park Lake, use a small jig or minnow beside brush for crappie, and fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, redear or other sunfish.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

For bottom fishing at Marr Park Lake, put cut bait, a nightcrawler or prepared bait on bottom for channel catfish.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Marr Park Lake

On a first trip to Marr Park Lake, 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 Marr Park Lake

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

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