Water Level: 299.09 | Water Temperature: 75˚
Weather: 52˚ | Patchy Fog | Winds: 1 mph
1. Largemouth Bass: Bass are holding around main lake points and midlake creek mouths in 6-12 feet of water. Carolina rigs with pumpkinseed or green pumpkin soft plastics are effective, especially when worked slowly near submerged wood and rocky cover.
2. Striped Bass: Stripers are scattered but can be found near buoy lines and deeper channel edges, especially trolling with bucktails or live shad in 20-30 feet. Early morning surface action is possible near Clarksville.
3. Crappie: Crappie remain active around brush piles and bridge pilings in 10-15 feet of water. White and pink jigs or small minnows fished near the bottom continue to produce good catches.
4. White Bass: White bass are schooling in creek mouths such as Grassy and Eastland, caught by jigging Little Georges or small spoons in 15-20 feet.
With stable weather and cooling air temperatures, fishing is improving as fish transition into fall patterns. Calm winds and patchy fog mornings provide excellent conditions for early starts. Focus on structure near deeper water for bass and striped bass, while crappie and white bass remain reliable targets in creek mouths and brushy areas. Anglers should expect consistent action throughout the day with varied presentations. Good luck out there!