Beautiful Lake, Hot Day, Slow Fishing

Jul 04 2026

Rick Christy

Fingerling

Member Since :
2019
Number of Posts :
53

Reservation Number : 47513
Property Name : Grain Bin Lake
Reservation Date : 07/03/2026 AM -
Total Fish/Sizes : 3 LMB Under 14"
Lures Used : Wacky Worm, Carolina Rig, Crank Bait, Swim Bait

Got to the lake a little late, started fishing a little after 7:00.  Clear day, gentle breeze, water was very clear.  This was my first time on this lake and had a hard time getting anything going.  Finally about 9:00 I got one on a Carolina Rig in the deep water across the lake from the launch point, but didn’t get a good hook set and lost him.  Then moved up the long arm of the lake and caught three on the wacky worms in the shade under the trees on the east side.  They were all under 14”, but fat, healthy, and good fighters.  After that it got hot and couldn’t get anything else.  No complaining.  Fishing on a hot July morning on a lake you’ve never been to and catch 3 or 4 fish is a good morning.  This is a really nice lake and I’m sure on the right day we’ll catch lots of nice fish.  Looking forward to next time.   

Jul 04 2026

Dane Wieland

Fry

Member Since :
2026
Number of Posts :
13

This lake was awesome in February. I went 3 days ago and had the exact same experience. 

Jul 05 2026

Rick Christy

Fingerling

Member Since :
2019
Number of Posts :
53

Originaly Posted By Dane Wieland

This lake was awesome in February. I went 3 days ago and had the exact same experience. 

Bet it'll be awesome again.  Looking forward to the fall! 

Jul 06 2026

Dale Pybus

Slot Fish

Member Since :
2009
Number of Posts :
197

Originaly Posted By Dane Wieland

This lake was awesome in February. I went 3 days ago and had the exact same experience. 

In my experience, I’ve found that in Summer, on deep clear waters, fish often feed at night.  Especially around a full moon. And during the day they will seek shade, vegetation and deeper water (if the thermocline allows).  Try a period near the New Moon and target anything over head that they can find for cover.