Water Level: Normal | Water Temperature: 57.1˚
Weather: 73˚ | Mostly Cloudy | Winds: 2 mph
1. Largemouth Bass: Bass are holding in 12-20 feet of water near main lake points, creek mouths, and submerged wood structure. Carolina-rigged lizards, plastic worms, and deep-diving crankbaits in red hues are producing well. Early mornings and late evenings remain the best times to target topwater lures like floating frogs and buzzbaits along weed lines and grass beds.
2. Striped Bass: Stripers are active near river channel points and bridge areas such as Eaton Ferry Bridge. Try rattling crankbaits near the bottom or trolling white bucktails during low light conditions. Night fishing with live shad is also yielding fair results.
3. Crappie: Crappie continue to concentrate around brushpiles and bridge pilings in 12-18 feet of water. Live minnows remain the top bait choice, especially during early morning hours.
4. Catfish: Catfish are biting well at night with cut bait, live shad, and chicken livers. Focus on deeper holes and creek channels after dark for the best success.
The mostly cloudy weather and light winds will keep water temperatures stable and fish active throughout the day. Early morning and late evening remain prime times to capitalize on surface action for bass, while midday offers solid opportunities for targeting deeper structure. Boat traffic is moderate, so plan your outings to avoid peak recreational times for quieter fishing spots. Overall, Lake Gaston is offering a variety of productive patterns this week—get out and enjoy some consistent summer fishing!
