How to Fish Apple Canyon Lake: Best Patterns & Techniques

Apple Canyon Lake

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: May 23, 2025

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Apple Canyon Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	52-65	Bass are transitioning from winter depths to pre-spawn staging areas, becoming more active with warming temperatures Fish are feeding heavily to prepare for spawning, targeting high-protein forage near staging areas	Secondary points and ledges adjacent to spawning flats Shallow pockets with flooded brush near deeper water Riprap areas that warm quickly in spring sun	Lipless Crankbaits worked along transitional areas between deep and shallow water Bladed Jigs around shallow cover and emerging vegetation Soft Jerkbaits for suspended fish near points	Bluegill starting to become more active in warming shallows Crawfish emerging from winter hibernation Small baitfish schools in pre-spawn patterns	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	48-58	Transitioning from winter depths to shallow spawning areas, actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawn Following daily temperature changes - moving shallow on sunny afternoons and retreating to deeper water during cold fronts	Rocky points and rip rap areas that warm quickly in afternoon sun Secondary points near spawning coves with 5-15 foot depth transitions Dock areas with deep water access, especially those with rock or gravel bottoms	Blade Baits worked slowly along depth transitions Ned Rigs dragged on bottom near rocky structure Hard Jerkbaits worked with long pauses in 5-10 foot range	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy Small baitfish schools in pre-spawn patterns Bottom-dwelling invertebrates	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Catfish	55-68	Catfish are beginning to move from deeper winter haunts to shallower pre-spawn staging areas, becoming more active with warming water Feeding activity increases as fish prepare for spawning, with most active periods during dawn and dusk Fish are transitioning from lethargic winter behavior to more aggressive feeding patterns	Deep water access points near rip rap and ledges where fish stage before moving shallow Areas with laydowns and flooded brush in 8-15 foot depths Protected coves with gradual slopes that warm faster than main lake areas	Live Bait Rigs with slow, bottom-focused presentations Carolina Rigs worked slowly along depth transitions Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') near structure during peak feeding periods	Bluegill concentrating in warming shallows Bottom-dwelling invertebrates becoming more active in warming water Small baitfish moving into shallow feeding areas	Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	52-62	Pre-spawn crappie are transitioning from deeper winter areas to shallower staging areas, following the warming trend Fish are becoming more active and feeding opportunistically, especially during warmer periods of the day Schools are beginning to break up and spread out as they prepare for the spawn	Secondary points and creek channels leading to spawning coves Brush piles and laydowns in 8-15 feet of water Rocky areas and boulder fields that warm quickly	Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) Ned Rigs Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19')	Bluegill fry and small juvenile bluegill Natural minnow populations Small crawfish emerging from winter habitat	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	58-65	Bass moving into shallow spawning areas, particularly in protected coves and bays with stable temperatures Males preparing and guarding nests while females stage on nearby deeper structure Increased aggression and territorial behavior around nesting sites	Protected shallow coves with firm bottom composition Areas adjacent to laydowns and flooded brush in 2-4 feet of water Secondary points leading into spawning bays	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around shallow cover and visible beds Soft Jerkbaits for cruising pre-spawn fish Wacky Rigs for sight fishing and slow presentations	Bluegill concentrating in spawning areas Small baitfish moving into warmer shallows	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	55-65	Male smallmouth bass actively establishing and guarding nests in shallow rocky areas, particularly near points and rip rap Females staging in slightly deeper water (8-15ft) near spawning areas, moving shallow periodically to spawn Post-spawn fish beginning to feed more aggressively as water temperatures stabilize	Rocky points and rip rap areas in 2-6 feet of water for spawning activity Protected coves with hard bottom adjacent to deeper water Dock areas with gravel or rock bottom composition	Tubes worked slowly along bottom near spawning areas Ned Rigs fished with subtle movements around staging areas Drop Shot with finesse presentations for wary spawning fish	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy Small baitfish gathering in spawning areas Young of year panfish in shallow zones	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Catfish	62-75	Catfish moving into warmer shallows (2-8 feet) to prepare for spawning, particularly around rocky areas and riprap Male catfish beginning to establish and guard nesting sites in cavities near structure, while females stage in slightly deeper adjacent areas Increased daytime activity as water warms, with peak feeding during dawn and dusk periods	Rocky areas and riprap banks with nearby deeper water access Areas with laydowns and flooded brush in 4-8 feet of water Protected coves with gradual slopes and abundant structure	Live Bait Rigs with cut bait or live bluegill positioned near spawning areas Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) with large soft plastics around woody cover Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') near spawning sites	Bluegill and other sunfish Bottom-dwelling invertebrates and crawfish Small baitfish gathering in warming shallows	Vibrant Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	58-68	Crappie are moving into shallow spawning areas near shore, particularly around gravel and rocky areas, becoming more aggressive as they prepare to spawn Fish are staging in pre-spawn areas near spawning flats, moving between deeper staging areas and shallow spawning zones as temperatures fluctuate	Rocky areas and gravel beds in 2-6 feet of water, especially near shoreline points Brush piles and laydowns adjacent to spawning flats Protected coves with stable temperatures, particularly those with docks providing additional cover	Crappie Dock Shooting Bobbers Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) Ned Rigs	Bluegill fry and small juvenile bluegill Small minnows Various small invertebrates active during spring warming	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	65-75	Post-spawn bass transitioning from spawning areas to early summer patterns, actively feeding to recover energy Fish moving between shallow and intermediate depths, utilizing points and ledges as transition routes Increased feeding activity during morning and evening, taking advantage of bluegill spawning activity	Secondary points with access to deeper water Shallow flats adjacent to spawning areas with vegetation or brush Ledges and drop-offs in 8-15 foot range	Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') Swim Jigs Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) Texas Rigs (Worming)	Spawning Bluegill Small Baitfish Juvenile Crawfish	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	58-68	Post-spawn smallmouth are actively recovering and beginning to feed aggressively, transitioning between spawning flats and early summer patterns Fish are utilizing both shallow and mid-depth zones, making frequent movements between feeding areas and resting spots near deeper water access	Rocky points and transitions adjacent to spawning flats Rip rap banks with access to deeper water Docks in 8-15 foot depth range with nearby rock or gravel bottom	Ned Rigs worked slowly along bottom transitions Soft Jerkbaits with erratic retrieves in the upper water column Drop Shot with small profile baits near dock structures	Crawfish emerging from winter patterns Small baitfish schools in transition areas	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Catfish	65-75	Post-spawn catfish are actively feeding to recover energy, predominantly during dawn and dusk periods Fish are transitioning from shallow spawning areas to deeper feeding zones, using ledges and woody cover as travel corridors	Rock ledges and rip rap areas in 8-15 foot depth range Flooded brush and laydowns near deeper water access Points and coves with significant depth changes	Live Bait Rigs with bottom contact near structure Carolina Rigs worked slowly along depth transitions Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near woody cover	Bluegill Bottom-dwelling invertebrates Smaller fish species utilizing woody cover	Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors Vibrant Craw Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	58-68	Post-spawn crappie are transitioning from shallow spawning areas to deeper summer haunts, actively feeding to recover energy Fish are utilizing boulder fields and diverse structure as staging areas, showing increased feeding activity on minnows	Boulder fields and rocky areas adjacent to spawning flats Deeper brush piles and laydowns near spawning areas Main lake points with mixed rock and wood cover	Ned Rigs worked slowly around rocky structure Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) with light jigs Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') near cover	Minnows Bluegill fry	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	75-79	Actively feeding in shallow zones during early morning and evening, targeting bluegill near cover and surface Moving between shallow cover and nearby deeper water during midday, maintaining proximity to feeding zones	Laydowns and flooded brush in shallow water, especially near deeper water access Points and ledges that provide transition zones between shallow and deep water Rip rap banks with submerged vegetation	Hard Topwater (Popping) worked around shallow cover during morning and evening periods Ned Rigs worked slowly around points and deeper structure during midday Bladed Jigs around submerged vegetation	Bluegill concentrated around shallow cover and vegetation Small baitfish relating to points and ledges	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Metallic Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	75-85	Actively feeding throughout water column with morning/evening surface activity and midday deeper patterns around 15ft Alternating between shallow feeding on baitfish and bottom-oriented crawfish feeding based on time of day and temperature	Rip rap areas, especially during crawfish feeding periods Docks in 12-15ft range providing shade and deeper water access Dam structure offering deep water refuge during peak heat	Ned Rigs worked slowly along bottom structure Hard Topwater (Popping) during morning/evening periods Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') around rip rap and shallow structure	Crawfish - primary forage evidenced by multiple successful catches Minnows - active near surface, especially during low light periods	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Summer	Catfish	75-85	Actively feeding during night and early morning hours, with increased activity around structure and ledges Holding near woody cover during daylight hours, moving to feeding zones during low light periods	Deep ledges adjacent to feeding flats Flooded brush and laydowns near depth changes Rocky points and rip rap areas with good depth variation	Live Bait Rigs with cut bait or live bluegill Bottom fishing with Carolina Rigs Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') near structure during dawn/dusk	Bluegill Bottom-dwelling fish Benthic invertebrates	Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Summer	Crappie	75-85	Summer stratification pushes crappie to suspend near the thermocline, typically 12-15 feet deep, with active feeding during dawn and dusk periods Fish are schooling around structure near the thermocline, moving between deeper brush piles and dock edges as light conditions change Primary feeding windows occur during early morning and late evening, with more selective feeding during bright midday hours	Deeper dock edges near main lake points, especially those with brush Brush piles positioned in 12-15 foot depth range Main lake points with access to deeper water	Crappie Dock Shooting Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Crappie Spider Rigging	Bluegill Small Minnows	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Metallic Colors

Fall Fishing Guide for Apple Canyon Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	58-72	Actively feeding on baitfish and bluegill in preparation for winter, following shallower baitfish schools into coves and around points Moving between shallow feeding areas and deeper staging areas as temperatures fluctuate throughout the day	Main lake points and secondary points adjacent to deep water Protected coves with remaining vegetation and laydowns Riprap areas that retain heat and attract baitfish	Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') worked parallel to points and transitions Spinnerbaits around remaining vegetation and near baitfish schools Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for imitating fleeing baitfish	Bluegill congregating near remaining vegetation and structure Shad schools moving into creek arms and coves	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	55-68	Smallmouth bass are actively feeding to build energy reserves for winter, focusing on baitfish schools and remaining crawfish in slightly deeper water Fish are likely to move between deeper structure (15-25ft) and shallower feeding zones (5-12ft) following baitfish movements Aggressive feeding windows occur during stable weather patterns, with fish showing preference for main lake points and deeper dock edges	Main lake points with transition from rip rap to deeper water Deep dock edges adjacent to 15ft+ water Rocky banks and offshore structure in 15-25ft range	Drop Shot with finesse baits worked slowly along deep structure Spybaits worked through suspended fish near deep structure Ned Rigs dragged slowly on bottom near deep points Blade Baits worked vertically through baitfish schools	Baitfish schools congregating near deep structure Crawfish still active on rocky structure Small perch relating to dock areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Metallic Colors
Fall	Catfish	58-72	Catfish are actively feeding to build fat reserves for winter, focusing on larger meals and showing increased activity during low-light periods Fish are transitioning to deeper water as temperatures cool, but will still utilize shallow feeding zones during warmer parts of the day	Deep ledges adjacent to rip rap areas, especially near channel bends Deeper holes near laydowns and flooded brush Rocky points with access to both shallow and deep water	Live Bait Rigs with larger offerings like bluegill or cut bait Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near structure Carolina Rigs worked slowly along depth transitions	Bluegill Bottom-dwelling invertebrates Dying or injured baitfish	Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Fall	Crappie	55-68	Crappie are beginning to school more tightly and moving to deeper water, following baitfish migrations Feeding activity increases as fish prepare for winter, with most active periods during dawn and dusk	Deep brush piles and laydowns near creek channels or depth changes Deeper dock structures with good cover Points and drop-offs adjacent to shallow feeding flats	Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling) Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Crappie Spider Rigging	Bluegill Small minnows Young-of-year shad	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Largemouth Bass	38-45	Largemouth bass are concentrating in deeper water areas near steep breaks and points, moving slower and feeding less frequently but opportunistically Fish are schooling more tightly in winter and relating closely to structure, particularly around depth changes where they can easily move up or down in the water column	Deep ledges and points adjacent to creek channels where depth changes are significant Deeper brush piles and laydowns in 15-25 foot range Protected coves with steep walls that provide quick access to multiple depth ranges	Blade Baits worked slowly along depth changes Drop Shot with small profile baits Football Jigs dragged slowly along bottom structure	Schooling baitfish in deeper water Lethargic bluegill near structure Crawfish in rocky areas	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	38-45	Smallmouth bass will be suspending near deep structure, typically in the 15-25 foot range, and actively feeding during stable weather periods Fish tend to school more tightly in winter, often relating to the same structure as their forage base	Deep rock piles and rip rap areas adjacent to deeper water Deep dock structures in 15-25 foot range Sharp breaks and points leading to deep water basins	Blade Baits worked vertically with slow lifts and drops Drop Shot with subtle movements near bottom structure Tubes dragged slowly along bottom structure	Smaller baitfish schools concentrated in deeper water Crawfish, though less active than summer months	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Catfish	42-52	Catfish become more lethargic and congregate in deeper, stable water areas with minimal current Feeding activity is reduced but still occurs during warmer parts of the day, especially near structure that provides thermal refuges	Deep ledges and channel breaks near rip rap structure in 15-25 feet of water Areas where deeper water meets underwater wood structure like laydowns Protected coves with consistent depth and minimal current	Live Bait Rigs with reduced movement and longer soak times Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near structure Blade Baits worked slowly along bottom contours	Bluegill holding in deeper water Bottom-dwelling prey like crawfish	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Vibrant Craw Colors
Winter	Crappie	38-45	Crappie are suspending in deeper water, often schooling tightly near structure or in basins Feeding periods are shorter but more intense, typically during dawn and dusk, with a focus on suspended baitfish	Deep basin areas adjacent to structure, particularly in 15-25 foot range Suspended near deep brush piles and laydowns Channel bends and deeper coves where baitfish school	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Hover/Mid-Strolling Ice Fishing Jigs	Schooling baitfish/minnows Smaller bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors

Key Seasonal Structures in Apple Canyon Lake

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Secondary points and ledges adjacent to spawning flats	Shallow pockets with flooded brush near deeper water
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and rip rap areas that warm quickly in afternoon sun	Secondary points near spawning coves with 5-15 foot depth transitions
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Catfish	Deep water access points near rip rap and ledges where fish stage before moving shallow	Areas with laydowns and flooded brush in 8-15 foot depths
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Secondary points and creek channels leading to spawning coves	Brush piles and laydowns in 8-15 feet of water
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Protected shallow coves with firm bottom composition	Areas adjacent to laydowns and flooded brush in 2-4 feet of water
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and rip rap areas in 2-6 feet of water for spawning activity	Protected coves with hard bottom adjacent to deeper water
Spring (Spawn)	Catfish	Rocky areas and riprap banks with nearby deeper water access	Areas with laydowns and flooded brush in 4-8 feet of water
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Rocky areas and gravel beds in 2-6 feet of water, especially near shoreline points	Brush piles and laydowns adjacent to spawning flats
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Secondary points with access to deeper water	Shallow flats adjacent to spawning areas with vegetation or brush
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and transitions adjacent to spawning flats	Rip rap banks with access to deeper water
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Catfish	Rock ledges and rip rap areas in 8-15 foot depth range	Flooded brush and laydowns near deeper water access
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Boulder fields and rocky areas adjacent to spawning flats	Deeper brush piles and laydowns near spawning areas
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Laydowns and flooded brush in shallow water, especially near deeper water access	Points and ledges that provide transition zones between shallow and deep water
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Rip rap areas, especially during crawfish feeding periods	Docks in 12-15ft range providing shade and deeper water access
Summer	Catfish	Deep ledges adjacent to feeding flats	Flooded brush and laydowns near depth changes
Summer	Crappie	Deeper dock edges near main lake points, especially those with brush	Brush piles positioned in 12-15 foot depth range
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Main lake points and secondary points adjacent to deep water	Protected coves with remaining vegetation and laydowns
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Main lake points with transition from rip rap to deeper water	Deep dock edges adjacent to 15ft+ water
Fall	Catfish	Deep ledges adjacent to rip rap areas, especially near channel bends	Deeper holes near laydowns and flooded brush
Fall	Crappie	Deep brush piles and laydowns near creek channels or depth changes	Deeper dock structures with good cover
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Deep ledges and points adjacent to creek channels where depth changes are significant	Deeper brush piles and laydowns in 15-25 foot range
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	Deep rock piles and rip rap areas adjacent to deeper water	Deep dock structures in 15-25 foot range
Winter	Catfish	Deep ledges and channel breaks near rip rap structure in 15-25 feet of water	Areas where deeper water meets underwater wood structure like laydowns
Winter	Crappie	Deep basin areas adjacent to structure, particularly in 15-25 foot range	Suspended near deep brush piles and laydowns

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill starting to become more active in warming shallows	Crawfish emerging from winter hibernation
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy	Small baitfish schools in pre-spawn patterns
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Catfish	Bluegill concentrating in warming shallows	Bottom-dwelling invertebrates becoming more active in warming water
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Bluegill fry and small juvenile bluegill	Natural minnow populations
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrating in spawning areas	Small baitfish moving into warmer shallows
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy	Small baitfish gathering in spawning areas
Spring (Spawn)	Catfish	Bluegill and other sunfish	Bottom-dwelling invertebrates and crawfish
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Bluegill fry and small juvenile bluegill	Small minnows
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Spawning Bluegill	Small Baitfish
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish emerging from winter patterns	Small baitfish schools in transition areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Catfish	Bluegill	Bottom-dwelling invertebrates
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Minnows	Bluegill fry
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrated around shallow cover and vegetation	Small baitfish relating to points and ledges
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish - primary forage evidenced by multiple successful catches	Minnows - active near surface, especially during low light periods
Summer	Catfish	Bluegill	Bottom-dwelling fish
Summer	Crappie	Bluegill	Small Minnows
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill congregating near remaining vegetation and structure	Shad schools moving into creek arms and coves
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Baitfish schools congregating near deep structure	Crawfish still active on rocky structure
Fall	Catfish	Bluegill	Bottom-dwelling invertebrates
Fall	Crappie	Bluegill	Small minnows
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Schooling baitfish in deeper water	Lethargic bluegill near structure
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	Smaller baitfish schools concentrated in deeper water	Crawfish, though less active than summer months
Winter	Catfish	Bluegill holding in deeper water	Bottom-dwelling prey like crawfish
Winter	Crappie	Schooling baitfish/minnows	Smaller bluegill

Bait Colors by Season for Apple Canyon Lake

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Catfish	Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Catfish	Vibrant Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Catfish	Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors Vibrant Craw Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Metallic Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Summer	Catfish	Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Summer	Crappie	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Metallic Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Metallic Colors
Fall	Catfish	Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Fall	Crappie	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Catfish	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Vibrant Craw Colors
Winter	Crappie	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors