Fishing Report (Updated 6.21.2009)

Lake Jocassee is at 96% of full pool. 

Trout: Good.  Jocassee Outdoor Center reports that trout have moved into deeper water and are being caught 45 to 60 feet down.  Trolling Devil’s Fork Bad Creek Trolling Spoons in Fire Tiger color, Apex Spoons in blue and red, and gold Doctor’s Spoons is working. 

Black Bass: Fair.  With the arrival of hot weather the fishing has gotten tougher and bass have moved a bit deeper.  Captain Pat Bennett reports that fishermen should continue to look for a topwater bite early in the morning, and also be ready for schooling activity off points near the main channel.  Shakey head worms are always a good bet on Jocassee, and with high water levels fish can be caught just off the first drop where they will be chasing minnows that are seeking shade under overhangs.   

Catfish:  Fair.  Catfish are turning on and being caught at night under lights by fishermen anchored near the intake.  Boats can tie off on the shelf and fish about 60 feet down on the bottom. 

DHEC Fish Advisory – Only one meal per week of largemouth or spotted bass. 

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