Norwegian Lake

Norwegian Lake is a lake in Clayton County, Iowa. Norwegian Lake covers about 130 acres.

What to Expect at Norwegian Lake

Norwegian 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 Norwegian Lake

Fish reported from Norwegian Lake include bluegill, bowfin, common carp, freshwater drum, largemouth bass, northern pike, shortnose gar, and yellow perch.

Bass

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

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Norwegian, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, redear or other sunfish, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Muskellunge and Pike

For large predators at Norwegian, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

For bottom fishing at Norwegian, use corn or dough bait on a simple bottom rig for carp.

Other Reported Fish

Other choices at Norwegian include these plans: bounce a jig, worm or crayfish bait along firm bottom for freshwater drum, and work a tough soft plastic or cut bait near weeds and wood for bowfin.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Norwegian Lake

On a first trip to Norwegian, 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 Norwegian Lake

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