John H. Kerr Reservoir

Q: What do you need to know about John H. Kerr Reservoir?

John H. Kerr Reservoir, commonly called Kerr Lake, is exactly what many fisherman want. It’s boasts over 50,000 surface acres of water on the border of Virginia and North Carolina, with a variety of species including Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Striped Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and White Perch. There are many resorts and marinas that surround Kerr Lake making it a popular place for vacationers. As such a large water body, there is no shortage of water for recreation and fishing and there’s a real opportunity to get away from the crowds. Kerr is most notably known for the bass and crappie fishing. Finding good cover on the shorelines will often produce all species during the spring and fall months. On the contrary, many fish school up on deeper humps and riverbeds during the summer and winter periods. Finding these schooling fish can be a challenge, but fishing will be fast and furious when the school is located. Recent surveys on largemouth bass indicate high rates of reproduction and growth and dense populations of fish in the 2-4-pound range. Some of the best fishing occurs on north end of the lake and the lower end creek arms. Most anglers report that finding structure is important, and water levels can affect how much structure is available.

Q: What is John H. Kerr Reservoir's size, depth, and clarity?

John H. Kerr Reservoir is a 43006.26 acres Lake/Pond with an average depth of 30ft. and a murky water clarity.

Q: What fish are in John H. Kerr Reservoir?

John H. Kerr Reservoir contains the following species of fish: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Crappie, Walleye, Panfish / Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Striped Bass.

Species

Largemouth Bass12

Season

Fall (Current)12

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John H. Kerr Reservoir OverviewBased on Fishing Reports for Fall Largemouth Bass

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Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6')
2
Bladed Jigs
1
Buzzbaits
1
Hard Jerkbaits
1
Hard Topwater (Popping)
1

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Largemouth Bass12 Reports

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Top Baits

Scott Canterbury Flippin Jig 3/8 oz / Canterbury Craw

Hotbait

Dirty Jigs

Scott Canterbury Flippin Jig 3/8 oz / Canterbury Craw

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Structure Jigs

$5.49

HotbaitBest Seller

Zoom

Super Fluke White / 5 1/4"

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Hard Jerkbaits

$5.19

Booty Shaker Swimbait 3 1/4" / Olive Shad

Hotbait

Jenko

Booty Shaker Swimbait 3 1/4" / Olive Shad

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)

$8.99

J-Pod Spin Flash Umbrella Rig 6.5" / Shad

Hotbait

Jenko

J-Pod Spin Flash Umbrella Rig 6.5" / Shad

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Umbrella Rigs

$13.99

Hotbait

Jenko

Tremor Shad Soft Jerkbait Joker / 4"

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Soft Jerkbaits

$7.99

Crush 100X Squarebill Crankbait Wild Shad / 2 3/4"

Hotbait

6th Sense

Crush 100X Squarebill Crankbait Wild Shad / 2 3/4"

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6')

$9.99

Hotbait

Booyah

Buzz Buzzbait 3/8 oz / Black

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Buzzbaits

$5.29

Hotbait

Strike King

Burner Spinnerbait Smokey Shad / 3/8 oz

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Spinnerbaits

$7.49

Dirty Jigs

Swim Jig 1/2 oz / Chartreuse Shad

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Spinnerbaits

$5.49

Rip Knocker 75 Lipless Crankbait Ricochet / 3"

Hotbait

Jenko

Rip Knocker 75 Lipless Crankbait Ricochet / 3"

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Lipless Crankbaits

$9.99

HotbaitBest Seller

Z-Man

Chatterbait Mini Max 3/8 oz / Bluegill

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Bladed Jigs

$8.99

Hotbait

Rapala

DT 6 Crankbait Helsinki Shad / 2"

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6')

$8.99

Hotbait

Lucky Craft

Gunfish 115 MS American Shad / 4 1/2"

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Hard Topwater (Popping)

$16.99

Other Top Reported Products

Duckett Fishing

Incite Spinning Rods 7'0" / Medium-Light / Fast

2 Fishing Reports

2 Techniques Reported

$159.00

Curado MGL 150 Casting Reel Right / 7.4:1

Shimano

Curado MGL 150 Casting Reel Right / 7.4:1

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Structure Jigs

$209.99

Daiwa

Exceler LT Spinning Reel - EOL 2500 / 6.2:1

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Soft Jerkbaits

$99.99

Best Seller

Gamakatsu

Superline EWG Hook 4/0 / 4 Pack

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Hard Jerkbaits

$4.49

Best Seller

PowerPro

Braid 30lb / Moss Green

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Hard Topwater (Popping)

$18.50

Incite Casting Rods 7'6" / Extra-Heavy / Fast

Duckett Fishing

Incite Casting Rods 7'6" / Extra-Heavy / Fast

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Umbrella Rigs

$159.00

DCVR High Roller Casting Rods 7'1" / Medium-Heavy / Fast

On Sale

Jenko

DCVR High Roller Casting Rods 7'1" / Medium-Heavy / Fast

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Structure Jigs

$129.99~~$199.99~~

Daiwa

Tatula 300 Casting Reel Right / 6.3:1

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Umbrella Rigs

$289.99

InvizX 100% Fluorocarbon 15lb / 1000 Yards

Best Seller

Seaguar

InvizX 100% Fluorocarbon 15lb / 1000 Yards

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Hard Jerkbaits

$121.99

Shimano

Curado DC Casting Reel Left / 8.5:1

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Hard Topwater (Popping)

$269.99

G. Loomis

NRX+ Spinning Rods 7'3" / Medium / Extra-Fast - 872S JWR

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Hard Topwater (Popping)

$650.00

Abu Garcia

Veritas PLX Winch Casting Rods 7'0" / Medium-Heavy / Moderate

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Hard Jerkbaits

$119.95

G. Loomis

IMX-Pro Crankbait Series Rods - EOL 7'0" / Medium-Light / Mod-Fast

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6')

$380.00

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John H. Kerr Reservoir Fishing Reports for Fall Largemouth Bass

46 Reports on John H. Kerr Reservoir

12 Reports for Largemouth Bass + Fall

Tugboat
Silver Ambassador
9/16/23
- Season
  Fall
- Species
  Largemouth Bass
- Technique
  Spinnerbaits
- Structure
  Baitfish
- Forage
  Shad
Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Spinnerbaits in Fall (Baitfish)
All the fish caught today came on spinnerbaits and swim jigs around baitfish and structure with wind. Once the sun got up around noon the bite diminished, went completely dead with no wind.
Jason recommended this gear for John H. Kerr Reservoir, NC, VA
Hotbait
Strike King Burner Spinnerbait Smokey Shad / 3/8 oz
Out of Stock
Dirty Jigs Swim Jig 1/2 oz / Chartreuse Shad
$5.49
Ben Hutchins
Gold Ambassador
- Season
  Fall
- Species
  Largemouth Bass
- Technique
  Structure Jigs
- Structure
  Docks
- Forage
  Crawfish
Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Structure Jigs in Fall (Docks)
I caught fish skipping a jig under docks.
Ben recommended this gear for John H. Kerr Reservoir, NC, VA
Hotbait
Dirty Jigs Scott Canterbury Flippin Jig 3/8 oz / Canterbury Craw
$5.49
Shimano Curado MGL 150 Casting Reel Right / 7.4:1
$209.99
Jenko DCVR High Roller Casting Rods 7'1" / Medium-Heavy / Fast
Out of Stock
Ben Hutchins
Gold Ambassador
- Season
  Fall
- Species
  Largemouth Bass
- Technique
  Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)
- Structure
  Docks
- Forage
  Shad
Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) in Fall (Docks)
I caught fish on wind-blown docks throwing a small swimbait.
Ben recommended this gear for John H. Kerr Reservoir, NC, VA
Hotbait
Jenko Booty Shaker Swimbait 3 1/4" / Olive Shad
$8.99
Duckett Fishing Incite Spinning Rods 7'0" / Medium-Light / Fast
Out of Stock

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John H. Kerr Reservoir OverviewBased on Fishing Reports for Fall Largemouth Bass

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John H. Kerr Reservoir Fishing Reports for Fall Largemouth Bass

Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Spinnerbaits in Fall (Baitfish)

Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Structure Jigs in Fall (Docks)

Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) in Fall (Docks)

Top Fishing Techniques reported for Fall Largemouth Bass on John H. Kerr Reservoir

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