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James Lake

James Lake is a reservoir in Kansas, near Pawnee County.

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James Lake is a reservoir in Pawnee County, Kansas. Reliable acreage, depth and storage numbers were not found for James Lake.

What to Expect at James Lake

James Lake 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 James Lake

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for James Lake

On a first trip to James, 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 James Lake

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

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