Spring Hill City Lake in Johnson County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Set in Johnson County, Kansas, this is Spring Hill City Lake. It stands 1,010 feet above sea level. Surface area is around 35 acres, which gives you real water without needing a boat. The whole outline is near 1.1 miles, and most of it is walkable. Spring Hill at 1.4 miles is the nearest place to stop. The nearest city of size is Olathe, an 8.7 miles drive. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Spring Hill City Lake

  There is no published depth for this one, so start shallow and work out. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Species logged across Johnson County include green sunfish, bluegill and orangethroat darter. Those are county-wide records, so not every one of them will be in this water. Fish Spring Hill City Lake to its features, not to its size.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-run averages give July about 78°F and January about 28°F. The swings are modest, so patterns change slowly. It is not guaranteed from one year to the next. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. On Spring Hill City Lake the same rules apply, with local timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing in our records says who may fish here. A boat ramp sits half a mile away, so trailered boats can get on. There is recorded parking some half a mile off. Facilities include toilets around half a mile from here. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Close seasons apply to some species and not others. For a change of water, Cedar Lake is 5.8 miles distant. Confirm access to Spring Hill City Lake locally before you travel.