Water Level: 199.6 | Water Temperature: 76.6˚
Weather: 72˚ | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely | Winds: 5 mph
1. Largemouth Bass: Bass are holding near main lake points and submerged wood structure in 12-20 feet of water. Carolina-rigged lizards and plastic worms in pumpkin and green pumpkin colors remain top choices. Early mornings offer good topwater action around grass beds using frogs and walking baits.
2. Striped Bass: Stripers are suspended in deeper channel areas, particularly near the Eaton Ferry Bridge and steel bridge. Live shad fished at dawn or dusk are producing the best results, with white bucktails also effective around structure.
3. Crappie: Crappie continue to concentrate around brush piles and boat docks, with jigs and small minnows working well in 8-12 feet of water.
4. Catfish: Catfish are active, especially during overcast and rainy conditions. Cut shad, chicken liver, and nightcrawlers fished near creek mouths and deep holes should produce solid catches.
With showers and thunderstorms likely, water clarity may be reduced, which can benefit bottom-oriented species like bass and catfish. The moderate water temperature and stable lake level should keep fish active throughout the day. Anglers are encouraged to focus on early morning and late evening periods for topwater bass action before fish move deeper during peak sunlight. Stay safe on the water and enjoy the varied fishing opportunities Lake Gaston offers this week.