How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Davenport, United States ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Davenport, Iowa centers on the mighty Mississippi River, with anglers targeting everything from trophy walleyes and catfish to bass, panfish, and rough fish. With abundant backwaters, wing dams, and riverfront access, Davenport offers year-round opportunities for both boat and shore anglers looking to dial in productive Midwest river patterns. read more...
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Distance to earth:385,969 kmProximity:46.3 %
Moon Phases for Davenport
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major Time:05:48 am - 07:48 am
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minor Time:11:59 am - 01:59 pm
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major Time:06:21 pm - 08:21 pm
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minor Time:11:37 pm - 01:37 am
Current Fishing Weather
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
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Fishing Overview Davenport
Fishing in Davenport, Iowa revolves around Pool 14 of the Mississippi River, a diverse stretch of water with strong current, classic wing dams, vast backwaters, marinas, and shoreline structure. Anglers can launch from multiple ramps on both sides of the river and target a wide mix of warmwater species with tactics tailored to river flows, water clarity, and seasonal movements.
Spring is prime time for walleye and sauger in the Davenport area. As the water creeps into the 40s and low 50s, fish stack along current seams below dams, along channel edges, and on the upriver side of wing dams. A short, controlled drift with a 1/4–3/8 oz jig tipped with a minnow or plastic ringworm is a staple presentation. Focus on subtle current breaks and slightly deeper pockets just off the main flow. During high water, slide into flooded shorelines and inside bends where fish escape heavy current.
By late spring and summer, bass and panfish patterns are more consistent. Largemouth bass gravitate to backwater lakes, marinas, riprap banks, and laydowns, especially where there is a mix of wood and vegetation. Weightless plastics, swim jigs, and squarebill crankbaits cover water efficiently. Smallmouth bass relate more to current—rocky points, wing dams, and channel-side riprap. Target them with tube jigs, Ned rigs, and medium-diving cranks run across the upstream face of structure. Bluegill and crappie stack around docks, submerged wood, and weed edges in quieter backwaters; small jigs tipped with plastics or waxworms under a float produce steady action.
Catfishing is a Davenport strong suit from late spring through fall. Channel cats favor current edges, outside bends, and the downstream side of wing dams. Cut shad, nightcrawlers, and prepared baits fished on a simple slip-sinker rig will cover most situations. For flathead catfish, focus after dark around heavy cover—brush piles, logjams, and rock piles near deep holes. Use large live baits like bullheads or sunfish on robust gear, anchoring upstream so your bait washes naturally into the structure.
Summer also brings good action for white bass and hybrids when schools push shad toward the surface. Watch for birds and surface activity along main-channel sandbars and the tips of wing dams. Small spoons, inline spinners, and 2–3 inch soft plastics burned near the surface trigger fast strikes. Freshwater drum and carp provide bonus action on bottom rigs baited with worms or corn, especially in slower side channels and backwaters.
In fall, cooling water pushes walleye, sauger, and smallmouth back onto hard-bottom structures. Jig-and-minnow combinations, blade baits, and vertical presentations in 15–25 feet of water shine when fish hold tight to the base of wing dams and channel breaks. Slow your retrieve and keep frequent bottom contact as river temperatures drop. Panfish slide to deeper edges of weedlines and channel cuts—downsize to sensitive floats and light fluorocarbon leaders to tempt pressured fish.
Throughout the year, success around Davenport hinges on reading current and structure. Use electronics to locate channel edges, scour holes, and the precise upstream faces of wing dams. Adjust jig weight so it ticks bottom without dragging, and reposition until you find the softest current seam holding fish. With its mix of big-river habitat and accessible shorelines, the Davenport stretch of the Mississippi rewards anglers who stay mobile and match tactics to the river’s ever-changing mood.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Davenport area
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 2 main harbours in this area.
Davenport Harbor - 4.69211299203km, Sunset Marina - 4.88599374686km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Davenport. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Lock and Dam 15 - 0.9335202284km , Mississippi River Lock Dam Number Fifteen - 0.98964974606km , Sylvan Slough - 1.19489157511km , Robin Creek - 3.30665020755km , Arsenal Power Dam - 3.34682057714km , Sylvan Island - 3.68041030396km , Black Hawk Creek - 4.07850491817km , Lake Potter - 4.16881108997km , Moline Pool - 4.52797607146km , Moline Power Dam - 4.52797607146km , Walnut Creek - 4.55047657707km , Davenport Harbor - 4.69211299203km , Sunset Marina - 4.88599374686km , Pheasant Creek - 4.88672571582km , Candlelight Creek - 4.89992627756km , Credit Island - 4.92133009623km , Pettifer Island - 5.215808694km , Rock River - 5.58914894285km , Crystal Creek - 5.68580873297km , Nahant Marsh - 6.16084779049km , Smiths Island - 6.25591175603km , West Pheasant Creek - 6.59853711122km , Carp Lake - 6.93417524097km , Stafford Creek - 7.06965864224km , Vandruff Island - 7.10612396068km , Carr Island - 7.20361361876km , Big Island - 7.27583778782km , Kickapoo Slu - 7.6639843867km , I-280 Lake Dam - 8.06871553113km , Jimmy Creek - 8.11359792976km , Case Creek - 8.16561493335km , Shooks Pond - 8.26845023711km , Northeast Lake Dam - 8.28408195151km , Kyte Creek - 8.38248457813km , Horse Island - 8.96566041322km , Utica Creek - 9.13392504677km , Field Sike Creek - 9.37690850725km , Sheldon Creek - 9.749961429km , Hopewell Creek - 10.07291465461km , Turkey Hollow Creek - 10.67395141549km
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