How to Fish Lone Jack Lake : Best Patterns & Techniques

Lone Jack Lake

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: May 21, 2025

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Lone Jack Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	52-65	Pre-spawn bass are actively moving from winter depths to warming shallow areas, especially near emerging vegetation and hard structure like rip-rap and stumps Fish are becoming more aggressive in feeding as they prepare for spawning, with increased activity during warmer afternoon periods	Shallow vegetation edges adjacent to deeper water access points, particularly in 4-8 foot range Rip rap and jetty areas that warm quickly and provide staging areas Brush piles and standing timber in transition zones between shallow and deeper water	Lipless Crankbaits worked through emerging vegetation Bladed Jigs around structure and vegetation edges Soft Jerkbaits worked slowly in transition areas	Bluegill beginning to move shallow Small baitfish congregating near warming structure	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	58-68	Bluegill are transitioning from deeper winter areas to shallow spawning grounds, actively feeding during warming trends Fish are staging near spawning areas but still relating heavily to vegetation edges and structure Feeding activity increases during afternoon hours when water temperatures peak	Outside edges of vegetation lines in 4-8 feet of water Protected coves with emerging vegetation Hard structure near spawning flats (boat ramps, jetties)	Bobbers with light jigs suspended 2-4 feet deep Finesse Jigs worked slowly along vegetation edges Inline Spinners retrieved at medium speed parallel to structure	Small aquatic insects emerging with warming water Small invertebrates active in vegetation Tiny minnows and fry	Pink Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	42-52	Walleye are transitioning from winter patterns to spawning areas, actively feeding during dawn and dusk periods Fish are staging near spawning areas but making frequent feeding movements to nearby structure Clear water conditions are pushing feeding activity primarily to low-light periods	Deeper transitions near spawning flats, especially areas with hard bottom Jetties and rocky points that provide pre-spawn staging areas Edges of vegetation in 8-15 foot depths where clarity allows	Blade Baits worked slowly along depth transitions Live Bait Rigs near rocky structure Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near staging areas	Bluegill concentrated near structure Small baitfish relating to vegetation edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	52-62	Crappie are staging near spawning areas, moving from winter deep water patterns to shallower pre-spawn locations Fish are becoming more active and feeding heavily to prepare for spawning, especially during warmer afternoons Schools are beginning to break up from tight winter groups into smaller pods around transition areas	Vegetation edges and depth transitions in 8-12 foot range Standing timber and stump fields adjacent to spawning flats Deep dock edges near spawning coves Outside edges of grass lines where they meet deeper water	Crappie Spider Rigging with multiple rods to cover water depths effectively Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling) along vegetation edges Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') around timber Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) when fish are more scattered	Small shad and silvery baitfish gathering in pre-spawn areas Young bluegill near vegetation edges Small minnows in transition areas	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	58-70	Fish are moving into shallow areas (2-6 feet) to establish spawning beds, particularly near protective cover like stumps and vegetation edges Males are actively guarding nests while females stage in slightly deeper water near drop-offs Feeding activity increases during pre-spawn, becomes sporadic during spawn, with dawn/dusk being prime periods	Protected shallow pockets with hard bottom near vegetation lines Stumps and brush piles in 4-8 foot depth range Secondary points with access to deeper water	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around vegetation and stumps Soft Jerkbaits worked slowly near staging areas Spinnerbaits along vegetation edges during cloudy conditions	Bluegill gathering in shallow spawning areas Small baitfish relating to vegetation edges Crawfish becoming more active in warming waters	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	65-75	Bluegill are moving into shallow spawning areas, particularly in protected coves and near vegetation edges, actively defending nesting sites and showing increased aggression Males are establishing and guarding nests in colonies, while females stage nearby in slightly deeper water, moving in periodically to spawn	Protected shallow coves with firm bottom near vegetation edges, especially where multiple structure types intersect Areas near the boat launch and jetties where hard surfaces provide stable spawning substrate Outside edges of thick vegetation lines in 2-4 feet of water	Bobbers with small finesse jigs suspended 1-3 feet deep, worked slowly near nesting areas Finesse Hair Jigs worked with subtle movements near vegetation edges Inline Spinners retrieved slowly parallel to spawning areas for aggressive males	Small aquatic insects and larvae abundant in spawning areas Tiny crustaceans and invertebrates in vegetation	Light Neutral Colors Pink Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	42-52	Walleye are actively seeking shallow spawning areas near hard-bottom structures like jetties and points, especially during dawn and dusk Fish are staging between spawning areas and deeper holding spots (8-15 feet) during daylight hours, utilizing submerged wood and depth transitions	Rocky areas and jetties in 2-6 feet of water, particularly where they meet depth transitions Submerged wood and stumps in 12-foot depths for daytime holding Vegetation edges near depth transitions where pre-spawn fish stage	Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along hard bottom areas Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with slow, subtle presentations Blade Baits worked methodically through transition areas	Bluegill concentrating in shallow areas Small baitfish relating to vegetation edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Green Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	58-72	Actively moving into shallow spawning areas around vegetation and stumps, typically staging in pre-spawn locations before moving to nesting sites Males will guard nests while females stage nearby, creating opportunities for multiple fish in concentrated areas Most active during warmer parts of the day when water temperatures rise to optimal spawning range	Vegetation edges in 2-6 feet of water, especially near depth transitions Stump fields and standing timber in protected coves Shallow areas near boat docks and jetties with hard bottom	Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) Bobbers Crappie Dock Shooting	Small shad and silvery baitfish Young bluegill Small aquatic insects	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	65-75	Post-spawn bass are actively feeding in shallow water, particularly around vegetation edges and shoreline structure, with increased topwater activity as evidenced by recent reports Fish are showing typical dawn/dusk feeding patterns but remain catchable throughout the day, especially near cover	Vegetation edges and lily pad fields, particularly where they meet slightly deeper water Shallow brush piles and stumps near shoreline structure Protected pockets and coves with emerging vegetation	Hard Topwater (Prop) - recent reports confirm successful topwater bite Soft Jerkbaits - effective for post-spawn bass around vegetation edges Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) - for working through thick vegetation and around structure	Bluegill - primary forage base confirmed by lake profile Young of Year Baitfish - becoming more active in warming waters Crappie - noted as being present in recent fishing reports	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Metallic Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	65-75	Bluegill are transitioning from spawning areas to post-spawn feeding locations, actively feeding to recover energy Fish are establishing patterns around vegetation edges and structure, particularly during early morning and evening hours	Edges where vegetation meets open water, especially near points or timber Man-made structure like boat docks and jetties Secondary points with mixed vegetation and hard bottom	Bobbers with lightweight jigs worked slowly along vegetation edges Inline Spinners retrieved steadily through open pockets Finesse Jigs worked vertically near structure	Aquatic insects emerging in warming waters Small invertebrates in vegetation Newly hatched baitfish	Light Neutral Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	52-65	Post-spawn walleye transitioning from spawning areas to early summer feeding patterns, becoming more active as they recover from spawn Fish are actively feeding during low-light periods, especially during evening hours, with daytime movements concentrated around structure	Ledges and depth transitions near vegetation edges, especially where 12-foot contours meet structure Jetties and man-made structures during low light periods Deep woody structure areas during bright daytime conditions	Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along depth transitions Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') during low light periods near jetties Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') around woody structure	Juvenile Bluegill Small Baitfish Crawfish near structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	68-75	Post-spawn crappie transitioning from shallow spawning areas to deeper summer locations, actively feeding to recover energy Schools beginning to suspend near vegetation edges and depth transitions, particularly during daylight hours Most active feeding during early morning and evening periods, utilizing vegetation edges for ambush points	Outer edges of grass lines where vegetation meets 8-12 foot depths Suspended areas near standing timber in 6-10 foot zones Secondary points with submerged vegetation near deeper water access	Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling) along vegetation edges for suspended fish Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) targeting visible cover Hover/Mid-Strolling near depth transitions with structure	Small shad and silvery baitfish gathering in schools Young-of-year bluegill near vegetation edges Small minnows in transitional areas	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Chartreuse Colors

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	75-88	Bass are holding tight to thick vegetation edges, actively feeding during early morning and evening hours with reduced activity during mid-day heat Fish are establishing feeding stations near structure intersections where grass meets harder cover like stumps or brush piles	Thick grass edges adjacent to slightly deeper water (8-12 feet) Brush piles and stumps near vegetation lines Jetty rocks and rip rap with nearby grass	Grass Jigs worked slowly through vegetation with periodic pauses Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) targeting grass edges and cover intersections Frogs/Toads worked over thick vegetation during morning/evening hours Medium Diving Crankbaits (7'-12') worked along deeper edges and structure	Bluegill concentrating near vegetation edges Crawfish active in rocky areas and near vegetation	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	72-85	Exhibiting strong crepuscular feeding patterns, particularly active during evening hours near vegetation edges Maintaining consistent presence in shallow to mid-depth zones, especially around structure and vegetation transitions	Edges of vegetation lines, especially where they intersect with hard structure like points or timber Man-made structures including boat launches and jetties Protected coves with standing timber or dense vegetation	Bobbers with live bait, suspended at 2-4 feet depth near vegetation edges Inline Spinners worked slowly parallel to vegetation lines Finesse Jigs worked methodically around hard structure	Aquatic insects and small invertebrates Small minnows and baitfish	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Walleye	65-82	Walleye are transitioning to deeper water during daylight hours due to clear water conditions, but actively feeding along vegetation edges and depth transitions during low light periods Fish are holding near woody structure in 12-foot depths during day, moving shallower to hunt bluegill during evening hours	Deeper woody structure areas in 12-15 foot range adjacent to vegetation edges Ledges and depth transitions near vegetation Jetties and hard structure areas during low light periods	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Live Bait Rigs Trolling Mid Depth (10-19')	Bluegill, especially during evening hours Small baitfish relating to vegetation edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Natural Shad Colors
Summer	Crappie	72-85	Crappie are suspending near heavy vegetation edges and depth transitions, especially active during evening hours due to summer heat Schools are relating to shade during daylight hours, utilizing thick grass and submerged timber as cover	Outside edges of vegetation lines at 12-foot depth breaks Shaded areas near standing timber and stumps Deeper sections near boat launches and jetties where hard cover meets cooler water	Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling) along vegetation edges Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near structure Crappie Spider Rigging near depth transitions	Shad and small silvery baitfish Small bluegill Aquatic insects in vegetation	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Chartreuse Colors

Fall Fishing Guide for Lone Jack Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	55-72	Bass are actively feeding on bluegill and transitioning from summer vegetation to deeper structure, following baitfish movements Fish are showing increased activity during midday as water temperatures moderate, with feeding periods extending longer than summer patterns	Deep edges of vegetation lines near 12-foot depths Brush piles and standing timber adjacent to vegetation Rip rap and jetty areas that provide transition points	Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') worked parallel to vegetation edges Spinnerbaits around timber and transition areas Texas Rigs (Worming) worked through remaining vegetation Swim Jigs targeting areas between vegetation and deeper structure	Bluegill congregating near remaining vegetation Baitfish schools moving along vegetation edges Crawfish active on hard bottom areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Green Colors
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	52-68	Bluegill are transitioning to deeper water as temperatures cool, but still actively feeding near vegetation edges and structure during daylight hours Fish are schooling more tightly and focusing on high-percentage areas with good cover and food availability	Outside edges of vegetation lines near points or timber Boat launch and jetty areas with hard structure Deeper holes adjacent to shallow feeding flats	Finesse Jigs worked slowly along vegetation edges Live Bait Rigs with small worms or insects Micro Crankbaits retrieved steadily near structure	Aquatic insects and larvae Small invertebrates Tiny baitfish	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Fall	Walleye	48-62	Actively feeding during low-light periods, with increased daytime activity due to fall cooling patterns and transitioning to deeper structure Following baitfish schools, particularly bluegill, with concentrated movements along depth transitions and structure edges	Deeper woody structure (12' stumps and trees) adjacent to vegetation edges Ledges and depth transitions near jetties Points and irregular shoreline features with access to deeper water	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Medium Diving Crankbaits (7'-12') Blade Baits	Bluegill Small Baitfish	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Green Colors
Fall	Crappie	55-68	Crappie are transitioning to deeper water, following baitfish schools and suspending near structure Feeding activity increases as fish bulk up for winter, with most active periods during morning and evening	Deep vegetation edges near 12-foot depth breaks Standing timber and stump fields, especially those adjacent to deeper water Boat dock areas and man-made structures where baitfish concentrate	Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling) along vegetation edges and depth transitions Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near standing timber and stumps Crappie Spider Rigging around deeper structure and suspended fish	Shad schools moving to deeper water Small bluegills near remaining vegetation Young-of-year baitfish schooling near structure	Natural Shad 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	42-52	Largemouth bass are congregating near deeper structure adjacent to vegetation lines, conserving energy but remaining opportunistic feeders Fish are making periodic movements to shallower areas during warmer parts of the day, especially near brush piles and stumps where bluegill concentrate	Deep structure near vegetation line edges in 10-12 foot depth range Brush piles and standing timber adjacent to deeper water Protected jetties and rip rap areas that warm quickly on sunny days	Blade Baits worked slowly along deeper structure Football Jigs dragged near vegetation edges Ned Rigs worked carefully around brush piles and timber	Concentrated schools of bluegill in brush piles Smaller baitfish holding tight to structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	45-55	Bluegill are holding in deeper, open water areas outside vegetation lines, particularly near structure and drop-offs during daylight hours Fish are less active but will feed opportunistically during warmer parts of the day, especially near remaining green vegetation or hard structure	Deep edges of vegetation lines near points or timber, especially in 8-15 foot depth range Man-made structure like boat docks and jetties that provide both cover and hard surfaces Protected coves with remaining green vegetation, particularly during warmer afternoon periods	Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') Finesse Hair Jigs Live Bait Rigs	Small aquatic insects and larvae Zooplankton Tiny crustaceans	Dark Neutrals Purple Colors Light Neutral Colors
Winter	Walleye	38-45	Walleye are concentrating near deep structure (stumps and trees) during daylight hours, moving to edges of vegetation and depth transitions during low light periods Clear water conditions and small lake size create predictable feeding patterns, with most active periods during dawn, dusk, and overcast conditions	Deeper woody structure areas around 12 foot depth, especially near ledges and depth transitions Areas adjacent to thick grass edges where they meet deeper water Man-made jetties, particularly where they intersect with depth changes	Blade Baits worked vertically along depth transitions and woody structure Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near structure and along edges Live Bait Rigs positioned near vegetation edges during low light periods	Bluegill concentrating near vegetation edges and woody cover Various small baitfish utilizing the vegetation and structure areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Green Colors
Winter	Crappie	38-45	Crappie are suspending near deep structure, particularly around standing timber and boat dock areas, typically schooling in tight groups Fish are less active during midday, with feeding windows most pronounced during early morning and late afternoon	Standing timber and stump fields in 12-foot depths Boat dock areas and jetties with deep water access Deep vegetation edges where winter die-off creates distinct transitions	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Damiki Rig Ice Fishing Jigs	Small shad and silvery baitfish Juvenile bluegill	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Chartreuse Colors

Key Seasonal Structures in Lone Jack Lake

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Shallow vegetation edges adjacent to deeper water access points, particularly in 4-8 foot range	Rip rap and jetty areas that warm quickly and provide staging areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Outside edges of vegetation lines in 4-8 feet of water	Protected coves with emerging vegetation
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Deeper transitions near spawning flats, especially areas with hard bottom	Jetties and rocky points that provide pre-spawn staging areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Vegetation edges and depth transitions in 8-12 foot range	Standing timber and stump fields adjacent to spawning flats
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Protected shallow pockets with hard bottom near vegetation lines	Stumps and brush piles in 4-8 foot depth range
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Protected shallow coves with firm bottom near vegetation edges, especially where multiple structure types intersect	Areas near the boat launch and jetties where hard surfaces provide stable spawning substrate
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Rocky areas and jetties in 2-6 feet of water, particularly where they meet depth transitions	Submerged wood and stumps in 12-foot depths for daytime holding
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Vegetation edges in 2-6 feet of water, especially near depth transitions	Stump fields and standing timber in protected coves
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Vegetation edges and lily pad fields, particularly where they meet slightly deeper water	Shallow brush piles and stumps near shoreline structure
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Edges where vegetation meets open water, especially near points or timber	Man-made structure like boat docks and jetties
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Ledges and depth transitions near vegetation edges, especially where 12-foot contours meet structure	Jetties and man-made structures during low light periods
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Outer edges of grass lines where vegetation meets 8-12 foot depths	Suspended areas near standing timber in 6-10 foot zones
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Thick grass edges adjacent to slightly deeper water (8-12 feet)	Brush piles and stumps near vegetation lines
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Edges of vegetation lines, especially where they intersect with hard structure like points or timber	Man-made structures including boat launches and jetties
Summer	Walleye	Deeper woody structure areas in 12-15 foot range adjacent to vegetation edges	Ledges and depth transitions near vegetation
Summer	Crappie	Outside edges of vegetation lines at 12-foot depth breaks	Shaded areas near standing timber and stumps
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Deep edges of vegetation lines near 12-foot depths	Brush piles and standing timber adjacent to vegetation
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Outside edges of vegetation lines near points or timber	Boat launch and jetty areas with hard structure
Fall	Walleye	Deeper woody structure (12' stumps and trees) adjacent to vegetation edges	Ledges and depth transitions near jetties
Fall	Crappie	Deep vegetation edges near 12-foot depth breaks	Standing timber and stump fields, especially those adjacent to deeper water
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Deep structure near vegetation line edges in 10-12 foot depth range	Brush piles and standing timber adjacent to deeper water
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Deep edges of vegetation lines near points or timber, especially in 8-15 foot depth range	Man-made structure like boat docks and jetties that provide both cover and hard surfaces
Winter	Walleye	Deeper woody structure areas around 12 foot depth, especially near ledges and depth transitions	Areas adjacent to thick grass edges where they meet deeper water
Winter	Crappie	Standing timber and stump fields in 12-foot depths	Boat dock areas and jetties with deep water access

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill beginning to move shallow	Small baitfish congregating near warming structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects emerging with warming water	Small invertebrates active in vegetation
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Bluegill concentrated near structure	Small baitfish relating to vegetation edges
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Small shad and silvery baitfish gathering in pre-spawn areas	Young bluegill near vegetation edges
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill gathering in shallow spawning areas	Small baitfish relating to vegetation edges
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects and larvae abundant in spawning areas	Tiny crustaceans and invertebrates in vegetation
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Bluegill concentrating in shallow areas	Small baitfish relating to vegetation edges
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Small shad and silvery baitfish	Young bluegill
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill - primary forage base confirmed by lake profile	Young of Year Baitfish - becoming more active in warming waters
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Aquatic insects emerging in warming waters	Small invertebrates in vegetation
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Juvenile Bluegill	Small Baitfish
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Small shad and silvery baitfish gathering in schools	Young-of-year bluegill near vegetation edges
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrating near vegetation edges	Crawfish active in rocky areas and near vegetation
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Aquatic insects and small invertebrates	Small minnows and baitfish
Summer	Walleye	Bluegill, especially during evening hours	Small baitfish relating to vegetation edges
Summer	Crappie	Shad and small silvery baitfish	Small bluegill
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill congregating near remaining vegetation	Baitfish schools moving along vegetation edges
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Aquatic insects and larvae	Small invertebrates
Fall	Walleye	Bluegill	Small Baitfish
Fall	Crappie	Shad schools moving to deeper water	Small bluegills near remaining vegetation
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Concentrated schools of bluegill in brush piles	Smaller baitfish holding tight to structure
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects and larvae	Zooplankton
Winter	Walleye	Bluegill concentrating near vegetation edges and woody cover	Various small baitfish utilizing the vegetation and structure areas
Winter	Crappie	Small shad and silvery baitfish	Juvenile bluegill

Bait Colors by Season for Lone Jack Lake

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Pink Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Light Neutral Colors Pink Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Green Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Metallic Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Light Neutral Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Natural Shad Colors
Summer	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Chartreuse Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Green Colors
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Fall	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Green Colors
Fall	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Dark Neutrals Purple Colors Light Neutral Colors
Winter	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Green Colors
Winter	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Chartreuse Colors