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70. A nice catch of largemouth and smallmouth bass
Lake Norfork Fishing Tips
If you are not familiar with the best fishing techniques for
catching Lake Norfork striped bass, largemouth,
crappie, spotted bass, smallmouth bass, white bass, hybrids, and walleye, ask us for help.
Given below is a brief explanation of what you'll need if you wish to bring tackle. |
71. Hybrid bass, a cross between a striper and
white bass
Rig Up For Clear Water!
Lake Norfork waters are very clear compared to most fresh water lakes. The number of feet
you can see below the surface varies depending on weather conditions and the time of year.
In typical conditions you can see about 20 feet down, and of course the fish can see up.
In clear water fish get spooky more easily than in muddy water. Therefore you'll need to
make a few tackle changes if you are rigged for murky water.The rivers also run very clear. The same rules apply. Use the lightest
line you are comfortable with, and use smaller size lures. If fly fishing your best bet
will be wet flies. There are several patterns which work well, but your best bet is to buy
your flies locally. They have been tied for use in the White and North Fork rivers. |
72. A very nice smallmouth bass
Use Smaller Line
Start with your line. If you are used to fishing with 18 pound test and up, you'll need
lighter line here. The lighter the better. Use either a clear or green line as the water
tends to be greenish in color, in fact very similar to the color of the left margin of
this Web site! The green color comes from the minerals in the water that have perked out
through limestone watersheds. If you use a green 6 pound test line you'll be in good shape
for most fish on this lake. |
73. A full string of crappie
Use Smaller Lures
When it comes to baits fisherpersons succeed with both artificial and natural baits on
Lake Norfork. With artificial you'll need to use smaller sizes for this clear water,
usually about two sizes smaller than the larger versions used for murky and muddy water
fishing. When you arrive ask us what the fish are hitting and we'll bring you up to date! |
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