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Torkelson Pit W.A. (north)

Torkelson Pit W.A. (north) is a reservoir in Hancock County, Iowa.

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Fish species in Torkelson Pit W.A. (north)

Torkelson Pit W.A. (north) is a reservoir in Hancock County, Iowa. Torkelson Pit W.A. (north) covers about 7.6 acres.

What to Expect at Torkelson Pit W.A. (north)

Torkelson Pit W.A. (north) 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 Torkelson Pit W.A. (north)

Fish reported from Torkelson Pit W.A. (north) include bluegill and largemouth bass.

Bass

For bass at Torkelson Pit W.A. (north), fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Torkelson Pit W.A. (north), fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, redear or other sunfish.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Torkelson Pit W.A. (north)

On a first trip to Torkelson Pit W.A. (north), 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 Torkelson Pit W.A. (north)

Spring around Torkelson Pit W.A. (north) 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 Torkelson Pit W.A. (north) can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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