Big Hill Reservoir Fishing Report -
Species | Rating | Size | Baits, Method & Location |
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Crappie | Good | 6-12" | Crappie fishing is good. Fish have moved deeper with the warm water. Look for fish in deeper structure and at Rea Bridge. Minnows and small plastic jigs have been working best. |
Channel Catfish | Good | 16-24" | Catfishing is good. Look for catfish to be more actively feeding during the evening and after dark. Also target the windward side of the lake for best results. Shad sides are the preferred bait. |
Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass | Fair | 12-20" | Largemouth bass fishing has slowed. Look for largemouth to be near deeper structure with the warm water. Smallmouth bass will be near rocky shorelines and the dam. Jigs have been working best. |
Bluegill and Redears | Fair | 5-7" | Bluegill and redear fishing has been fair. Bluegill and redear can be found near any submerged vegetation and woody structure. Worms under a bobber are working best. |
General Comments | |||
Release all Largemouth Bass 15-21" in Length, daily creel remains 5/day. |