How to Fish Fish Lake (108)

Fish Lake (108) fishing FAQ

How do you catch Largemouth Bass on Fish Lake (108) in Spring (Pre-Spawn)?

Water temp 58-68°F. Pre-spawn bass are actively feeding while transitioning from winter areas to spawning grounds, staging near submerged vegetation in 8-15 foot range Fish are showing increased activity throughout the day with water temps in mid-60s, actively feeding on both inside and outside weedlines Key locations: Inside weedlines in 5-8 foot range, especially where they intersect with points or creek channels; Outside weedlines in 12-15 foot range that provide access to deeper water; Protected shallow coves with emerging vegetation. Best techniques: Wacky Rigs worked slowly along weedlines, which showed recent success in fishing reports, Drop Shot with finesse presentations, particularly effective in the stained water conditions, Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') worked parallel to weedlines for active fish. Primary forage: Bluegill - confirmed as primary forage in recent reports, Crawfish - becoming active in warming water temperatures. Best bait colors: Vibrant Craw Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Dark Neutrals.

How do you catch Walleye on Fish Lake (108) in Spring (Pre-Spawn)?

Water temp 42-52°F. Walleye transitioning from winter patterns to spawning areas, actively feeding during low-light periods due to stained water conditions Fish staging near spawning areas but making feeding movements to nearby structure, especially around weed edges in 10-15 foot ranges Key locations: Main lake points adjacent to potential spawning areas; Defined weed edges in 10-15 foot depth range; Shallow rock or gravel areas that warm first in spring. Best techniques: Blade Baits worked slowly along bottom transitions, Live Bait Rigs with minnows near structure, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') during low light periods. Primary forage: Fathead Minnows, Bluegill, Young of Year Perch. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Craw Colors, Purple Colors.

How do you catch Largemouth Bass on Fish Lake (108) in Spring (Spawn)?

Water temp 58-68°F. Pre-spawn bass staging near spawning flats, moving between deeper staging areas and shallow spawning zones Males actively preparing and guarding nests in protected shallow areas, particularly around vegetation Females making periodic movements to shallow areas to evaluate spawning sites Key locations: Protected shallow bays with submerged vegetation in 2-4 feet of water; Secondary points adjacent to spawning flats; Shallow weedlines in 8-10 feet serving as staging areas. Best techniques: Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around shallow cover and bedding areas, Wacky Rigs worked slowly through spawning flats, Spinnerbaits along edges of vegetation and staging areas. Primary forage: Bluegill in and around vegetation, Small baitfish relating to emerging vegetation. Best bait colors: Vibrant Craw Colors, Dark Neutrals, Purple Colors.

How do you catch Walleye on Fish Lake (108) in Spring (Spawn)?

Water temp 42-52°F. Pre-spawn walleye moving into shallow areas (2-8 feet) near spawning sites, particularly active during dawn and dusk due to stained water conditions Fish staging in groups near hard-bottom areas and transitional structures between spawning areas and deeper water Feeding actively but in shorter windows, with peak activity during low-light periods Key locations: Shallow rock and gravel areas near points and shoreline transitions; Protected bays with firm bottom composition; Weed edge transitions in 10-15 foot range where pre-spawn fish stage. Best techniques: Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along bottom transitions, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with minnows near spawning areas, Blade Baits worked through staging areas. Primary forage: Fathead Minnows, Small Bluegills, Young Yellow Perch. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Purple Colors, Vibrant Craw Colors.

How do you catch Largemouth Bass on Fish Lake (108) in Spring (Post-Spawn)?

Water temp 58-72°F. Bass are actively feeding post-spawn, utilizing weed edges and shallow cover in 10-15ft range Fish showing aggressive feeding patterns on bluegill, especially along vegetation transition zones Key locations: Outer edge of weed lines in 10-15ft of water; Shallow vegetation patches within 6ft of surface due to stained water conditions; Creek channel edges where they intersect with weed lines. Best techniques: Swim Jigs worked along weed edges, Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) for working through vegetation, Bladed Jigs for covering water in stained conditions. Primary forage: Bluegill, Young of Year Perch. Best bait colors: Vibrant Craw Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Chartreuse Colors.

How do you catch Walleye on Fish Lake (108) in Spring (Post-Spawn)?

Water temp 52-65°F. Post-spawn walleye are actively feeding to recover energy, primarily during dawn/dusk periods due to the stained water conditions (2.3ft visibility) Fish are staging along weed edges and points, making feeding movements into shallower areas during low light periods Key locations: Weed edges in 10-15 foot depth ranges, especially where they intersect with main lake points; Secondary points and transitions near spawning areas; Shallow flats adjacent to deeper water, particularly during low light periods. Best techniques: Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along weed edges and depth transitions, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') during prime feeding periods, Lipless Crankbaits parallel to weed edges for active fish. Primary forage: Bluegill concentrating near weed edges, Young-of-year perch becoming active in warming waters, Crayfish emerging from winter dormancy. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Craw Colors, Pink Colors.

How do you catch Largemouth Bass on Fish Lake (108) in Summer?

Water temp 64-75°F. Bass are actively feeding in and around submerged vegetation, with quality fish (3+ lbs) being caught despite somewhat tough conditions Fish are utilizing both shallow and mid-depth zones (0-15ft), showing preference for vegetated areas and transitional zones Key locations: Submerged vegetation beds in 8-15 foot depth range; Points with vegetation, especially those near deeper water; Docks with nearby vegetation. Best techniques: Drop Shot - worked slowly from shallow to deep water along vegetation edges, Bladed Jigs - effective through vegetation for active fish, Shakey Heads - worked methodically through vegetation, Wacky Rigs - effective around docks and vegetation edges. Primary forage: Bluegill - primary forage base confirmed by multiple reports, Young-of-year baitfish in vegetation. Best bait colors: Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Craw Colors, Dark Neutrals.

How do you catch Walleye on Fish Lake (108) in Summer?

Water temp 68-75°F. Walleye suspending near weed edges in 10-15 foot range during early/late day, moving shallower during low light periods due to stained water conditions Feeding patterns concentrated during dawn/dusk with opportunistic feeding throughout day near defined structure in stained water Key locations: Defined weed edges in 10-15 foot depth range with access to deeper water; Main lake points with vegetation; Transition areas where weeds meet depth changes. Best techniques: Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along weed edges, Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') during peak feeding times, Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') during neutral periods. Primary forage: Bluegill concentrating near weed edges, Young of year perch in weed beds, Various small baitfish utilizing weed cover. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Craw Colors, Purple Colors.

How do you catch Largemouth Bass on Fish Lake (108) in Fall?

Water temp 58-69°F. Bass are transitioning from summer patterns, staging along grass lines and weedbed edges in preparation for fall feeding activity Fish becoming less active on moving baits as vegetation dies off, requiring slower presentations particularly during post-frontal conditions Key locations: Weedlines in 8-10 foot depth range, especially where they transition to deeper water; Remaining lily pad fields and stems, focusing on the outer edges; Points with available deep weed growth in 6-10 foot range. Best techniques: Structure Jigs worked slowly through remaining vegetation, Swim Jigs rolled through pad stems and sparse vegetation, Shallow Diving Crankbaits worked along outer weed edges. Primary forage: Bluegill concentrated in remaining vegetation, Shad moving along weed edges. Best bait colors: Vibrant Craw Colors, Dark Neutrals, Bold Striped Patterns.

How do you catch Walleye on Fish Lake (108) in Fall?

Water temp 55-69°F. Actively feeding along weed edges, staging 1-3 feet off bottom during feeding periods, particularly during low-light conditions due to stained water (2.3ft visibility) Utilizing weed-to-drop-off transitions as primary feeding zones, likely making feeding movements from deeper water to shallower structure Key locations: Weed edges adjacent to drop-offs, especially in 10-15 foot depth range; Main lake points with defined weed lines; Complex shoreline areas where weeds meet deeper water. Best techniques: Live Bait Rigs with tungsten jigs and fathead minnows worked along weed edges, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') focusing on defined weed edges, Blade Baits worked just above weed tops during low light periods. Primary forage: Bluegill concentrating near weed edges, Fathead minnows, Young-of-year panfish. Best bait colors: Vibrant Craw Colors, Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns.

How do you catch Walleye on Fish Lake (108) in Winter?

Water temp 38-45°F. Walleye concentrating around deeper weed edges, maintaining active feeding patterns during low-light periods due to stained water conditions Fish staying relatively shallow (10-15 feet) due to low water clarity, using weed edges as primary ambush points Key locations: Deeper weed edges in 10-15 foot ranges, especially where they intersect with main lake points; Secondary break lines adjacent to vegetation where bluegill concentrate; Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water transitions. Best techniques: Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19'), Blade Baits, Live Bait Rigs. Primary forage: Bluegill congregating near weed edges, Young-of-year perch in and around vegetation, Various small baitfish utilizing weed edge sanctuary. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Craw Colors, Dark Neutrals.

How do you catch Walleye on Fish Lake (108) in Ice?

Water temp 33-39°F. Winter walleye typically form tight schools near primary structural elements, becoming most active during dawn and dusk periods Fish are likely to be less aggressive but will feed opportunistically, especially during stable weather patterns Key locations: Weed edges in 10-15 foot range where they transition to harder bottom; Main lake points with access to deeper water; Areas where bottom transitions create distinct edges near the 15-20 foot depth range. Best techniques: Ice Fishing Jigs worked with subtle movements just off bottom, Ice Fishing Spoons with aggressive flash for calling fish in stained water, Ice Fishing Tip-Ups set along weed edges for larger predatory fish. Primary forage: Bluegills concentrated near remaining green weeds, Small perch schools near bottom transitions, Suspended juvenile baitfish in mid-depth ranges. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Craw Colors, Pink Colors.