Crappie

Crappie fishing around Moody, Alabama, can be rewarding, especially if you target Logan Martin Lake. This Coosa River impoundment offers plenty of crappie habitat, including submerged timber, brush piles, and bridge pilings. Spring is the prime time, as crappie move shallow to spawn. Look for them in bays and coves with shallow water and plenty of cover. Minnows and jigs are the go-to baits. A practical tip: many local anglers have success spider-rigging, using multiple poles with different jig colors to cover a wider area. During the summer months, crappie tend to move deeper, so focus your efforts around submerged structure in deeper water. Bridge pilings and submerged timber are good places to start. Be aware of fluctuating water levels, as Logan Martin is a managed reservoir. Knowing the lake levels can help you locate crappie holding at different depths. The crappie in Logan Martin are known for their good size, making it a popular destination for crappie anglers.