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Thomas Pit

Thomas Pit is a reservoir in Osceola County, Iowa.

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Thomas Pit is a reservoir in Osceola County, Iowa. Thomas Pit covers about 15 acres.

What to Expect at Thomas Pit

Thomas Pit was made by holding back a river or creek, making the old channel, bends and quiet coves sensible places to begin.

Fish and Useful Baits at Thomas Pit

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for Thomas Pit

On a first trip to Thomas Pit, check incoming water, one bend in the old channel and a point near deep water with a moving lure, then slow down with a jig or worm where you get a bite.

When to Fish Thomas Pit

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

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