Crappie

Crappie fishing around White Mountain Lake can be rewarding, but requires timing and finesse. These fish are structure-oriented, so focus your efforts around submerged trees, docks, and weed beds. Spring is prime time, as crappie move into shallower water to spawn. Use small jigs or minnows under a bobber, and adjust your depth until you find the fish. As the water warms in summer, crappie will move deeper, often suspending near thermoclines. One local trick is to fish around the numerous coves on the lake's eastern side, especially early in the morning or late in the evening. Be aware that White Mountain Lake can experience significant algae blooms in the summer, which can affect fish behavior and water clarity.