Cedar River: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

Iowa, US

Place
Public
Water
Fresh
Clarity
-
Depth
-

The Cedar River is a tributary of the Iowa River, running through Minnesota and Iowa. The water body offers a wide variety of fish species to target. It is rich with basses, catfishes and crappies.

Cedar River fishing map

Explore the fishing map of Cedar River, Iowa, US, to find prime fishing spots and must-visit areas around 42°30'20.4"N 92°20'58.6"W.

Ready to Get Your
Personal Hot Spots Map?

Select the type of water you usually fish in:

Hot spots on Cedar River🔥

Explore the best fishing spots proven by local anglers.

Unlock secret fishing spots

Cedar River weather conditions

Use the Cedar River weather forecast to track temperature changes, wind speed, humidity levels, and possible precipitation.

Stay updated with real-time weather reports to avoid adverse conditions and improve your fishing success in Iowa, United States.

Sat

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Weather

Hourly weather

Weather forecast, as of 02:04

-4°C

Light rain overnight

Max / Min

-1°/-9°

Wind

2 m/s

Humidity

83 %

Pressure

1014 hPa

Hourly weather

Today

m/s

C°

hPa


00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23


5	5	4	4	3	2	2	2	2	1	0	1	2	3	3	3	3	3	4	4	4	4	4	4
-1°	-3°	-4°	-5°	-6°	-7°	-7°	-9°	-9°	-9°	-7°	-6°	-5°	-4°	-4°	-4°	-4°	-4°	-5°	-4°	-4°	-4°	-4°	-4°
0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.37	1.12	1.17	1.56	1.69	1.43	0.91
1011	1012	1012	1013	1013	1013	1014	1014	1015	1016	1016	1016	1015	1014	1014	1013	1014	1014	1014	1014	1014	1015	1015	1015
86	84	83	84	84	85	84	85	85	86	84	82	81	80	79	80	81	84	86	87	87	88	89	89

Fishing forecast for Cedar River, Iowa

Check today's fishing forecast for Cedar River to find the best window for a productive trip.

Analyze key data such as wind conditions, barometric pressure, and lunar activity to improve your fishing strategy.

Today, December 6

13%

SCORE

The bites are poor now

night

morning

afternoon

evening

100

13%

30%

33%

06:00

12:00

18:00

Learn more about Fishing Forecast's methodology and indicators

Factors influencing fish activity

Positive factors

•

Cloudy weather has a favorable impact on biting activity

•

Light winds have a very favorable effect on biting activity

Negative factors

•

When the pressure changes frequently, all species of fish stop biting because they don't have enough time to adapt

•

Frequent changes in wind direction negatively affect fish activity

•

An unfavorable moon phase for catching fish

Fish species to catch in the Cedar River, Iowa, United States (10)

Before casting your line in Cedar River, check the latest fishing regulations for Iowa.

Each fish species in Cedar River is subject to specific rules, including size limits, possession limits, and fishing seasons.

Check the current regulations for Black crappie, Bluegill, Channel catfish, and more as of December 6, 2025, to ensure compliance. Select your preferred species to view detailed regulations.