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I'm submitting this report. Not necessarily because it is "secret," but because it is an obvious lake, right off of a paved road. The few locals that know about this gem of a lake, disregard slot limits, and other regulations. I have called fish and wildlife a few times. Therefore, in order to keep it a successful bass lake for years to come, I can't in good conscience say the name.
That said, I've also been fishing it for twelve years and have caught countless Largemouth and Smallmouth between 3 and 7 pounds. In fact, the average bass out of this lake would average 4-5 pounds. This really is a paradise I have found -- And, in 12 years of fishing this lake, yes it is considered a lake, I have learned where the prespawn/ spawn takes place, as well as the correct lures to use, and speed of presentation in conjunction to water temperature and weather conditions.
But, I digress. I want to share. Bait of the day was a five inch Kalin's watermelon seed grub, attached to a 1/4 oz black jig head. I usually do not fish this lake so early in the year, but cabin fever got the best of me. I was pretty surprised at how I did.
On my first cast, I caught a nice 2.10 lb Smallmouth, and about ten minutes later, I hooked into the goliath 7.41 pound Largemouth. The water was high, and I was in waders up to my knees and crotch all day. So, trying to land the monster without a net, or the bank -- and essentially just trying to grab it by the lip when it got close was a huge challenge. I think I would have cried if it shook the hook. Luckily it didn't and both bass are free to continue spawning!
Weather was in the mid fifties, and cloudy with a cold breeze. Three hours in non insulated waders got the best of me, as they were leaking and I was freezing. GREAT DAY nonetheless.
Available Fishing Guide:
Website: Darrell & Dads Family Guide Service