The following information is a combination of what I have experienced since moving to Clear Lake in May of 1994 and what I could find out from other catfishermen in the Clear Lake area. I do not claim to be an expert nor do I guarantee the accuracy of the information.
Every year there seem to be major changes in the catfishing patterns around the lake.
I welcome any additions, corrections, or criticisms. Winter I consider winter, late November to the middle of March, the toughest season for catfishing at Clear Lake. When we get enough rain to start filling the lake with muddy run-off water, a few cats will feed wherever the muddy water flows into the lake. The best method for this scenario is to toss a line baited with a gob of garden worms into the moving water and let it drift. Occasional catfish are taken drift fishing in deep water or still fishing from shore or dock but they are few and far between.