How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Hutchinson, United States ? Today is a average 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.
Hutchinson, Kansas offers surprisingly diverse freshwater fishing, with productive reservoirs, small lakes, and nearby river stretches packed with bass, crappie, catfish, and panfish. Anglers around Hutchinson target both numbers and trophies on bodies of water like Cheney Reservoir, local community lakes, and farm ponds, using a wide range of bank and boat tactics. From spring crappie runs to summer night catfishing, Hutchinson fishing provides year‑round action for beginners and seasoned anglers alike. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:366,093 kmProximity:93 %
Moon Phases for Hutchinson
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minor Time:02:37 am - 04:37 am
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major Time:10:05 am - 12:05 pm
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minor Time:05:34 pm - 07:34 pm
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major Time:10:26 pm - 12:26 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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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.
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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.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Hutchinson
Fishing around Hutchinson, Kansas centers on a mix of reservoirs, community lakes, and nearby river stretches that give anglers plenty of options without long drives. Cheney Reservoir, just northeast, is the primary big-water destination, while smaller public lakes and numerous private and farm ponds pepper the countryside around town. This combination makes Hutchinson a solid base for targeting bass, crappie, catfish, and panfish throughout the year.
Seasonal patterns drive most success. In early spring, water warms first in shallow, windblown coves and protected bays on Cheney and area ponds. Crappie stage just off the bank on brush and riprap; small tube jigs, 1/16–1/32 oz marabou jigs, and small shiners under a slip bobber excel. As the spawn approaches, cast parallel to shorelines with light line (4–6 lb mono) and work slowly. Largemouth bass move shallow at the same time, and suspending jerkbaits, squarebill crankbaits, and weightless soft stickbaits around flooded brush and rocky banks are consistent producers.
By late spring and early summer, Hutchinson anglers shift to more warm-water patterns. On larger water like Cheney, white bass and wiper (hybrid striped bass) often chase shad on windblown points and mid-lake humps. Watch for surface activity and circling birds; then cast small swimbaits, 1/4 oz spoons, or chrome lipless crankbaits through the school. Early and late in the day tend to be prime windows, with midday action picking up on overcast or windy days.
Summer heat pushes many species deeper or into shade. For largemouth bass in community lakes and ponds around Hutchinson, focus on docks, laydowns, and any remaining submerged vegetation. Texas-rigged worms, shaky heads, and jigs pitched tight to cover draw the better fish. Fish slow and deliberate. On reservoirs and river channels, this is peak catfish season. Channel and blue catfish hold on channel edges, windblown banks, and near creek mouths. Cut shad, chicken liver, and prepared stink baits fished on slip-sinker rigs or three-way rigs produce reliably, especially at night. Target depth transitions—going from 5 to 10 feet or 10 to 20 feet—rather than flat bottoms.
Fall brings some of the best mixed-bag fishing around Hutchinson. As water cools and baitfish move shallow, crappie, white bass, and walleye push onto points, riprap, and rocky shorelines. Casting small crankbaits and 1/8 oz jigs along these structures covers water quickly and locates schools. Largemouth and smallmouth bass feed aggressively on reaction baits—spinnerbaits, squarebills, and bladed jigs—worked around windblown banks and shallow rock.
Winter doesn’t shut down fishing in Hutchinson, but tactics must adjust. Fish concentrate deeper along main-lake structure and in the old river channel of larger reservoirs. Vertical jigging spoons or small slab-style lures over marked fish is effective for white bass, wipers, and drum. Crappie stack on deep brush piles and bridge pilings; use finesse presentations with light line and subtle movements. On calm days, slow-rolling small soft plastics along the bottom can still tempt lethargic bass and walleye.
Practical tips for Hutchinson include paying attention to wind direction, which often dictates the best banks and points, and carrying a mix of baits to adjust between stained and clear water. In muddy or wind-stirred conditions, go with louder, bulkier profiles and darker colors; in clear water, downsized natural patterns draw more bites. Bank access is solid at local community lakes and on selected stretches of Cheney, so a simple medium-power spinning combo spooled with 8–12 lb mono or fluorocarbon covers most multispecies fishing. For serious catfishing or wiper chasing, step up to a medium-heavy casting setup with 15–30 lb braid and a mono or fluoro leader.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Hutchinson area
We found a total of 34 potential fishing spots nearby Hutchinson. 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.
Magwire Lake - 9.51637901851km , Devils Ditch - 15.32644968702km , Dirks Lake - 18.74142503258km , Red Rock Creek - 22.16582607848km , Blaze Fork - 24.65964268566km , Greenfield Lake - 25.37540381684km , Saucer Lake - 26.58671801275km , Santa Fe Slough - 27.0389545174km , Lake Inman - 27.72591293586km , Gar Creek - 27.86529763308km , Jarvis Creek - 28.22290898521km , Peace Creek - 29.15378279419km , Skinnawah Creek - 29.58532633644km , Dry Turkey Creek - 32.24638625919km , North Branch Kisiwa Creek - 34.99395625705km , Running Turkey Creek - 35.8776036911km , Little Cow Creek - 35.92269374553km , Black Kettle Creek - 37.54269532637km , South Fork Big Slough - 38.55811143824km , Cheney Dam - 39.01777306094km , Little River Dam - 39.23943717643km , Kisiwa Creek - 41.81180251249km , Black Marsh (historical) - 42.68522122042km , West Emma Creek - 43.03343766914km , East Emma Creek - 43.03343766914km , South Sharps Creek - 44.37664753135km , Middle Emma Creek - 44.56015384649km , Emma Creek - 45.15661827052km , Lakin Lake - 45.31630165223km , Zenithscah Creek - 45.52931318399km , Red Rut Creek - 48.47261569712km , Hunter Creek - 48.65191604062km , Lake Darrynane Dam - 48.7246533253km , Little Salt Marsh - 49.16046235162km
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