Crappie

Crappie anglers visiting Sanger, California, will find opportunities at nearby Millerton and Pine Flat Lakes. These reservoirs offer ideal crappie habitat, especially around submerged brush, docks, and standing timber. Spring is the peak season, as crappie move into shallow areas to spawn. Focus your efforts in coves and near submerged structure in 5-15 feet of water. During the summer, crappie often suspend deeper, so use your electronics to locate them. A local tip is to use live minnows under a slip bobber or small jigs tipped with crappie nibbles. Pay attention to water clarity, as crappie prefer clearer water. Launching from the Millerton Lake State Recreation Area provides good access to the lake's crappie hotspots. Remember to check lake level conditions before heading out.