by Michael Grimm | Feb 19, 2025 | Fishing Report
Water Level: 199.59 | Water Temperature: 44.5˚ Weather: 28˚ | Snow | Winds: 8 mph1. Largemouth bass: Expect slow but steady bite in the shallows and around creek channels; jig ‘n pig and soft plastics fished around submerged structures will produce fish. 2....
by Michael Grimm | Feb 12, 2025 | Fishing Report
Water Level: 199.78 | Water Temperature: 44˚ Weather: 38˚ | Rain | Winds: 6 mph1. Largemouth bass: Expect sluggish activity with bass holding in shallow coves and around submerged structure, especially in protected areas. Crankbaits and Rat-L-Traps in 4-6 feet of...
by Michael Grimm | Feb 5, 2025 | Fishing Report
Water Level: 199.75 | Water Temperature: 46.1˚ Weather: 43˚ | Cloudy then Chance Light Rain | Winds: 7 mph1. Largemouth Bass: Expect to find bass in the shallower coves and creek mouths, especially around submerged structures and points. Slow-rolling spinnerbaits and...
by Michael Grimm | Jan 29, 2025 | Fishing Report
Water Level: 199.6 | Water Temperature: 42.5˚ Weather: 64˚ | Sunny | Winds: 12 to 18 mph1. Crappie: With clear, sunny conditions, crappie are likely to be holding around submerged brush and bridge pilings in 8-12 feet of water. Live minnows or small jigs fished...
by Michael Grimm | Jan 22, 2025 | Fishing Report
Water Level: 199.8 | Water Temperature: 41.5˚ Weather: 29˚ | Sunny | Winds: 3 to 8 mph1. Striper: Trolling live bait or deep-diving plugs around the lower end of the lake remains productive, with anglers reporting catches of 10-15 pound stripers. The clear, sunny...
by Michael Grimm | Jan 20, 2025 | Events & Activities, News
Bundle up, Lake Gaston! We’re starting MLK Day with a chilly morning at 25°F, climbing to a sunny but brisk 35°F this afternoon. If you’re heading out on the water or planning outdoor activities, be prepared for the cold snap continuing into evening, when...
by Michael Grimm | Jan 15, 2025 | Fishing Report
Weather: 37°F, Sunny, winds 7 mphWater Level: 199.49 ft | Water Temperature: 44°F Largemouth Bass: A few patient anglers fishing live shad along steep dropping points are picking up some decent fish. The larger fish seem to favor late afternoon hours when the...
by Michael Grimm | Jan 8, 2025 | Fishing Report
Weather: 37°F, Sunny, winds 1-7 mphWater Level: 199.8 ft | Water Temperature: 46°F Largemouth Bass: Not many folks out braving the cold, but those who are should get some action with dark colored jig ‘n pig in 3-7 feet of water during warmer spells. Real slow...
by Michael Grimm | Jan 6, 2025 | News, Weather
🌨️ Winter Weather Advisory In Effect Until: 9:00 AM EST today Regions Affected: Northeast North Carolina, Eastern Virginia, and Southeast Virginia The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for our area this morning. Expect slick...
by Michael Grimm | Jan 1, 2025 | Fishing Report
Weather: 54°F, Sunny, winds 13-17 mph Water Level: 199.73 ft, Water Temperature: 50°F Bass: Try Speed Shads and crankbaits in 3-4 feet. Work them with a stop-and-go retrieve. Stripers: Look for them around creek mouths and near the dam. Bucktails and live shad are...
