Kansas Walleye Fishing Regulations - Bag Limits & Size Rules
| Regulation Type | Statewide Rule | Special Waters (Some) | Notes |
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| Year-round season. 5 fish per day. 15 inch minimum. |
* Always verify the specific regulations for your target water body. This table shows statewide minimums - individual lakes and rivers may be stricter. Source: 2026 Freshwater Fishing Regulations.
Special Regulations - Kansas's Most Popular Walleye Waters
These major fishing destinations have additional Walleye regulations beyond the statewide minimum. Verify the current Freshwater Fishing Regulations before every trip.
| Water Body | Region | Daily Bag | Size Limit | Special Notes |
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License Required to Fish Walleye in Kansas
A valid Kansas freshwater fishing license is required to fish for Walleye. Here's exactly what you need and what exemptions apply.
| Angler Type | License Required | Fee | Valid Period |
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Kansas Walleye Season Guide - Best Times to Fish
Top Kansas Lakes for Walleye - Ranked
Cheney Reservoir reservoir holds excellent walleye populations along rocky main-lake structure. Evening and low-light jigging along depth breaks is most productive. Trolling shad-colored crankbaits along the breakline connects with suspended fish in summer.
Full guideTuttle Creek Reservoir reservoir holds excellent walleye populations along rocky main-lake structure. Evening and low-light jigging along depth breaks is most productive. Trolling shad-colored crankbaits along the breakline connects with suspended fish in summer.
Full guidePomona Reservoir reservoir holds excellent walleye populations along rocky main-lake structure. Evening and low-light jigging along depth breaks is most productive. Trolling shad-colored crankbaits along the breakline connects with suspended fish in summer.
Full guideMelvern Reservoir reservoir holds excellent walleye populations along rocky main-lake structure. Evening and low-light jigging along depth breaks is most productive. Trolling shad-colored crankbaits along the breakline connects with suspended fish in summer.
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