• Lake Fork Fishing Report February 2025 - Pre-Spawn Bass and Hungry Crappie Action

  • Feb 12 2025
  • Durée: 3 min
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Lake Fork Fishing Report February 2025 - Pre-Spawn Bass and Hungry Crappie Action

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  • Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing around Lake Fork, Texas. As of today, February 12, 2025, here’s what you need to know to make the most of your fishing trip.

    First off, let's talk about the weather. Today, we're expecting moderate rain with temperatures ranging from 41°F to 47°F. The wind is coming in from the east at about 10 mph, and the humidity is quite high at 96%[2].

    Now, let's dive into the fishing conditions. The water at Lake Fork is currently stained, with a temperature of around 49 degrees. The lake level is 0.40 feet below pool, which is something to keep in mind when navigating your favorite spots[1][5].

    For bass fishing, this time of year is starting to get interesting. With the rising water and warm sunny days forecasted for the rest of February, the pre-spawn bite for larger male bass is about to kick off. Focus on creek bends, drop-offs with flooded trees, and rocky banks, especially on sunny days. Alabama rigs are doing well offshore around road beds, jumps, and long points in 18-23 feet of water. You can also find some shallow fish in 3-5 feet around channels and ditches using chatterbaits and square bill crankbaits. Viper XP jigs and Texas rigs are fair on big wood near channels in 5-10 feet[1][5].

    Crappie fishing is also picking up after the recent cold snap. The crappie are still scattered, so be prepared to cover some water to find them. They seem to be very hungry, and you can often see them busting schools of shad apart. Artificial baits might be outperforming live bait right now because they sit still in the water, which seems to be what the crappie are looking for given the cold water temperatures. Look for crappie in water deeper than 20 feet, around timber, brush, bridges, and in open water chasing shad or migrating[1][5].

    As for other species, Lake Fork is known for its trophy-sized largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and hybrid striped bass. The lake's diverse ecosystem makes it a great spot for catching a variety of fish[3].

    For hot spots, I recommend checking out the areas around road beds and jumps in 18-23 feet of water for bass. For crappie, focus on timber, brush, and bridges in deeper waters. Also, keep an eye on creek bends and drop-offs with flooded trees as the pre-spawn bite starts to heat up.

    In terms of lures, Alabama rigs, chatterbaits, and square bill crankbaits are your best bets for bass. For crappie, stick with artificial baits that can sit still in the water, as they seem to be the most effective right now.

    Sunrise today is at 6:53 AM, and sunset is at 5:53 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get out there and catch some fish.

    Remember to always check the current regulations for size and bag limits, and don't forget to drain your boat and onboard receptacles to prevent the spread of zebra mussels.

    Good luck out there, and tight lines
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