Water Level: 300.84 | Water Temperature: 49.5˚
Weather: 62˚ | Sunny | Winds: 6 to 14 mph
1. Largemouth Bass: As water temperatures hover around 50˚, look for bass to start moving into shallow areas. Focus on rocky points, coves, and shoreline cover with soft plastics, jigs, or crankbaits. Early morning and late afternoon are prime times for bass activity, especially around brush piles and rocky banks.
2. Stripers: Striped bass are beginning to stage in main lake areas and near creek mouths. Use live shad or cut bait off main points and creek channels, especially in Nutbush Creek and near the dam. Trolling deep-diving lures like Redfins in 15-18 feet of water can also produce fish, as some stripers start their spawning runs.
3. Crappie: Crappie are starting to stack up around submerged structure and brushpiles in 6-10 feet of water. Small minnows and jigs are effective for catching these fish as they prepare to spawn.
4. White Bass: White bass are likely to be found near creek mouths and shallower areas on the lake, feeding on shad. Casting small jigs or minnows can yield good results.
5. Catfish: With the warming trend, catfish activity is increasing. Use chicken livers or cut shad along creek channels and near submerged structures for some good catches.
Conditions are steadily improving as the weather remains sunny and stable, encouraging fish to become more active in their early spring patterns. Keep an eye on water levels and bait activity, and adapt your tactics accordingly. Spring is just beginning to show signs of full swing at Kerr Lake—perfect time to get out and enjoy the season!