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Upper Decatur Bend

Upper Decatur Bend is a lake in Monona County, Iowa.

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Upper Decatur Bend is a lake in Monona County, Iowa. Upper Decatur Bend covers about 40 acres.

What to Expect at Upper Decatur Bend

Upper Decatur Bend 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 Upper Decatur Bend

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for Upper Decatur Bend

On a first trip to Upper Decatur Bend, 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 Upper Decatur Bend

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

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