April and May best. Fair numbers of spotted bass to 2 pounds present. Anglers obtain live shad by using cast nets. Cast jigs or surface plugs when hybrids chase shad at the surface. Anglers are encouraged to cut the line on deeply hooked hybrids to be released back into the lake.
Night fishing is best.
Trotlining is permitted in a restricted area. Try rocks along east and west shores, or woody areas in channels and tributaries. Main lake open water areas best in late summer and early fall. Winter ice fishing can also be very productive. Live minnows and larval baits are productive.