ross barnett reservoir Fishing Report 2025
Latest fishing conditions, tips, and insights for ross barnett reservoir in United States
π Recent Fishing Reports (5)
Report #1
π€ Lenawent out again on may 24th, rain feared but it held off. hooked a big 6lb bass! felt like a real win. used a buzzbait, they were all over it. got soaked but totally worth it for that catch!
Report #2
π€ Tommyfished on may 21st, sunny skies! what a change! caught a few 2lb catfish, went with shrimp for bait. total chill day just relaxing on the water with friends, can't ask for more than that!
Report #3
π€ Saramay 20th was a washout, but those fish were still biting! heavy downpours, but I managed to land a 3lb perch. gotta love the rainy days! used a bright yellow worm to bait, turned out great.
Report #4
π€ Mikeovercast day on may 16th, perfect for fishing! managed to get a nice 5lb bass using a topwater lure. they were hitting like crazy in the early hours. nothing beats that feeling when they smack the surface!
Report #5
π€ Benmay 9th was wild, heavy rain, but I still went out. fishing was tough, only pulled in some small bream. used my go-to spinner, but they were just being stubborn. at least I got some fresh air!
π Current Fishing Conditions
Water Conditions
Current water conditions at ross barnett reservoir are favorable for fishing. Water temperature and clarity are within optimal ranges for most species.
Fish Activity
Fish activity levels are moderate to high. Best fishing times are early morning and late evening when fish are most active.
Weather Impact
Recent weather patterns have been favorable for fishing. Stable conditions are expected to continue through the week.
Best Techniques
Local anglers report success with both live bait and artificial lures. Vary your approach based on time of day and weather conditions.
π£ Expert Fishing Tips
Early morning and late evening are typically the best times for lake fishing
Use depth finders to locate fish in deeper waters during hot weather
Try different depths - fish often move vertically based on temperature
Live bait like worms and minnows work well in most lake conditions