Crappie

Crappie fishing near Bertram, Texas, is best on Lake Buchanan. This large reservoir offers excellent crappie habitat with submerged timber, brush piles, and bridge pilings. Spring is the peak season, as crappie move into shallow water to spawn. Minnows and small jigs are the go-to baits, fished around structure in 5-15 feet of water. Local tip: Many anglers have success spider-rigging multiple poles with jigs at varying depths. During the summer, crappie tend to move deeper, so try fishing near submerged creek channels or around deeper brush piles. Lake Buchanan has several public boat ramps, making access easy. Keep an eye on water clarity; stained water can concentrate crappie near clearer areas. While not known for huge slabs, Lake Buchanan consistently produces good numbers of crappie, making it a great destination for a productive fishing trip.