Water Level: 299.34 | Water Temperature: 63.1˚
Weather: 67˚ | Clear | Winds: 5 mph
1. Striped Bass: Try trolling bucktails and Redfins 10-15 feet deep along the main channel from Clarksville to Bowie Point. Night fishing near the dam and Eastland Creek with broken back Redfins remains productive.
2. Largemouth Bass: Focus on points and edges of buckbrush and willows in 3-7 feet of water using plastic worms, spinnerbaits, and creature baits. Early morning and late afternoon topwater action can be very effective.
3. Crappie: Target submerged brush piles and bridge pilings in 8-15 feet of water with live minnows. Look for schools in coves and quieter feeder creek back ends.
4. White Bass: Surface feeding is picking up during the cooler parts of the day. Small bucktails, crankbaits, and Roostertails near creek mouths and bridges can produce good action.
The clear weather and mild temperatures this week make for pleasant fishing conditions across Kerr Lake. Stable water levels and a water temperature just above 60˚ support active feeding, especially for bass and stripers moving into shallower areas. Early mornings and evenings remain prime times for topwater and surface presentations, while midday calls for slower presentations near cover. With consistent light winds, anglers should enjoy a comfortable experience on the water—get out early and take advantage of the varied bite opportunities this week!