Water Level: 303.1 | Water Temperature: 72.9˚
Weather: 65˚ | Clear | Winds: 3 mph
1. Largemouth Bass: Active in early morning and late evening near main lake points and creek bends. Use deep-diving crankbaits and Carolina-rigged plastic lizards in 15-22 feet of water, focusing on pumpkinseed and june bug colors.
2. Striped Bass: Best targeted by vertical jigging with Hopkins and Salty Dog spoons in 20-25 feet near Nutbush and County Line Creek. Trolling green and white bucktails or Cordell Redfins during low light periods is effective.
3. Crappie: Found around brushpiles and submerged structure in 10-12 feet of water, especially near the dam, Rudd’s Creek, and Eastland Creek. Live minnows remain the top bait choice.
4. White Bass: Respond well to Dollflies and Tiny Traps when fished from Clarksville downstream to Bluestone and Buffalo Creeks.
5. Catfish: Solid bites reported from Buffalo Creek to the confluence of the rivers, best fished with cut bait or stink baits near channel edges.
Clear and calm weather with stable water temperatures around 73˚ is creating favorable conditions for consistent fish activity throughout the day. Anglers should focus on early mornings and late evenings when fish are more actively feeding. With low wind and clear skies, trolling and vertical jigging remain productive techniques for stripers, while bass and crappie respond well to presentations around structure and points. Stay hydrated and enjoy some quality summer fishing on Kerr Lake!