Crappie

Crappie fishing near Camp Hill can be very rewarding, especially if you know where to look. Lake Martin is a popular destination, offering plenty of submerged timber and brush piles that crappie love. Spring is undoubtedly the best time to target crappie, as they move into shallow water to spawn. Minnows and jigs are the go-to baits, fished under a bobber or tight-lined around structure. In the fall, crappie will move back into deeper water, often congregating near creek channels and submerged timber. A local tip: many anglers have success fishing around boat docks and piers, especially those with lights at night. The crappie in this area tend to be good-sized, and a limit of slabs is definitely achievable with the right approach. Remember to check the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources website for current creel limits and regulations.