Best fishing near Russell

4 fishing spots · 4 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Russell, Kansas — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 4 of 4 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Wilson Reservoir
#1 Wilson Reservoir Good
18.7 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Mostly Cloudy · 59°F · 11 mph wind
Wilson Reservoir in Kansas is a great destination for fishing enthusiasts. The reservoir is home to several fish species, including walleye, white bass, channel catfish, and…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
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Hays Big Creek
#2 Hays Big Creek Fair
25.0 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Mostly Cloudy · 59°F · 6 mph wind
Hays Big Creek Fishing Area is located in Hays, Kansas, and offers a variety of fish species to catch, including largemouth bass, channel catfish, bluegill, and crappie. Nearby…
Why 50: live conditions (fair)
50Solid
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Ellis City Lake
#3 Ellis City Lake Fair
36.8 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Mostly Cloudy · 59°F · 6 mph wind
Ellis City Lake is a popular fishing spot in Kansas, USA. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish species including bass, crappie, catfish, and walleye. Visitors can also enjoy…
Why 43: live conditions (fair)
43Rated
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Hays - Vineyard Park Pond
#4 Hays - Vineyard Park Pond Fair
23.0 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Mostly Cloudy · 59°F · 6 mph wind
The Hays Vineyard Park Pond fishing area is located in Hays, Kansas, and offers fishing opportunities for a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, and bluegill. Nearby…
Why 40: live conditions (fair)
40Rated

Fishing near Russell

The Russell area has 4 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best fishing near Russell

How are these fishing spots ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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