Smoky Gardens

Smoky Gardens is a lake in Sherman County, Kansas. Smoky Gardens covers about 11 acres.

What to Expect at Smoky Gardens

Smoky Gardens 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 Smoky Gardens

Fish reported from Smoky Gardens include bluegill and largemouth bass. Stocking records for Smoky Gardens also list channel catfish, though that does not mean those fish will be easy to catch on every trip.

Bass

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

Sunfish

For panfish at Smoky Gardens, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, redear or other sunfish.

Catfish

For bottom fishing at Smoky Gardens, put cut bait, a nightcrawler or prepared bait on bottom for channel catfish.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Smoky Gardens

On a first trip to Smoky Gardens, 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 Smoky Gardens

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