Crappie

If you're after crappie in the Washburn, Missouri area, Table Rock Lake is your go-to destination. This sprawling Ozark reservoir offers abundant crappie habitat, including submerged timber, brush piles, and standing timber. Spring is the prime time, when crappie move shallow to spawn along the banks and in coves. Use jigs and minnows under bobbers or spider-rigging techniques. Fall is another excellent time to fish for crappie as they school up in deeper water near creek channels and submerged structure. A helpful tip: Look for crappie around bridge pilings and docks. Several marinas and public access points around Table Rock offer boat rentals and launching facilities. Table Rock crappie are known for their good size, so be prepared for some rewarding catches.