Crappie

Crappie fishing on Bull Shoals Lake in Arkansas is a favorite pastime for many anglers. The lake's diverse habitat, including standing timber, brush piles, and submerged structures, provides excellent cover for crappie. Spring is the peak season, as crappie move into shallow coves and creeks to spawn. Minnows and jigs are the go-to baits, fished under a bobber or slowly retrieved around structure. Fall is another productive time, as crappie school up in deeper water near creek channels and submerged timber. A local's secret: try fishing around lighted docks at night, especially during the summer months. Access to the lake is readily available via numerous public boat ramps and private marinas. The crappie in Bull Shoals are generally good-sized, and the lake's healthy population ensures consistent action for anglers of all skill levels.