With so many creeks on Lake Talquin, there are a lot of different places for a successful day of bass fishing in November.
Bait has settled in shallower sections of creeks and backwaters near lily pads and any other green vegetation they can find. Targeting one area or another can be confusing with all the fish activity this time of year. Bass, crappie, gar and other species can all be found in the backs of creeks until water temperatures drop well into the 60’s. A variety of lures can be effective: spinner baits to worms, swim baits to rattle traps. Make sure you have a variety of each nearby to try.
Creeks closer to the main river seem to become more active first. Green vegetation is where you’ll find most activity, especially those deeper creeks lined with pads and grass, however, don’t overlook wood. Shoreline brush piles and docks will hold their share of bass also.
If it’s crappie you’re after, you’re in luck. Crappie can be found from one end of the lake to the other depending on where the largest schools of bait are. Creeks are good early mornings and late afternoons, but the main river channel is where you’ll do best during the heat of the day.
Trolling seems to be the most effective way to continually put fish in the box, but when it gets tough you can use live minnows fished straight down and next to timber; there’s no shortage of timber on Lake Talquin!
Catfish can be found shallow. Shorelines near boat ramps and other public landings produce very well. This is a great time of year to take a lantern and some chicken livers on a nice evening and try your luck. Don’t forget to check local ordinances for ramp and other public facility uses.
Hope this helps. Until next time, be safe have fun and always wear a life jacket while boating.
JR MUNDINGER
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