Tanglewood Lake Fishing near Sedan, Kansas

• Overview

  Tanglewood Lake sits in Chautauqua County, out in Kansas. Beyond the shoreline you have rolling hill. At roughly 13 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. You are 7.4 miles from Sedan. After that come Caney at 19 miles and Independence at 25 miles. The nearest boundary is well away, so one set of rules covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Tanglewood Lake

  There is no published depth for this one, so start shallow and work out. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. County-wide records name longear sunfish, green sunfish, bluegill and flathead catfish. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. On Tanglewood Lake the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-run averages give July about 81°F and January about 32°F. In milder years the surface never sets. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Tanglewood Lake. A rising level after rain switches things on for a day or two.

• Tackle & Baits

  No public source sets out the position on this bank. There is no recorded infrastructure here; expect to find your own way in. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Some banks are open only from a marked point. Some ground is open by custom rather than by right, so tread carefully. The nearest alternative is Sedan City Lake, 5.2 miles out. Confirm before you fish Tanglewood Lake.