How do you catch bass on Lake Jocassee?

How do you catch bass on Lake Jocassee?

TACKLE/TECHNIQUES — Big swimbaits cast towards structure such as sunken trees, stumps, rocky banks and points for big largemouths; floating fly on limber spinning rods and 4-pound-test line for smallmouths and other bass in winter; live minnows fished on drop-shot rigs with light spinning tackle for redeye, spotted and …

Are there largemouth bass in Lake Jocassee?

While Lake Jocassee has never threatened to shatter the state largemouth record, its deep, clear waters do produce some high-quality largemouths, including a few double-digit-weight fish each year.

Are there smallmouth bass in Lake Jocassee?

Lake Jocassee is the only lake in South Carolina offering both trophy trout and smallmouth bass. It is home to the current state records for redeye bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, brown trout and rainbow trout. You can also find brook trout, sunfish (aka bream) and deep-water catfish.

What kind of fish are in Lake Jocassee?

Spotted bass
Rainbow troutSmallmouth bassBrown troutBluegill
Lake Jocassee/Fish
Anglers can catch an array of fish species, ranging from trout to black bass. The state record spotted bass, redeye bass, smallmouth bass, brown trout, and rainbow trout were caught from Lake Jocassee. Other popular recreational activities include hunting, kayaking, wildlife watching, and waterfall tours.

Can you eat fish from Lake Jocassee?

Be careful about eating spotted bass out of Upstate lakes, according to new warnings from the state’s Department of Health and Environmental Control. Mercury levels in the spotted bass from those lakes, along with largemouth bass in Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee, have led DHEC to advise caution about eating said fish.

How do you fish in Lake Keowee?

TECHNIQUES/TACTICS: Bass will hit in three major patterns on Keowee in May: a topwater bite off the ends of long points or humps early or late; deep humps or rocks in the middle of the lake; and fishing soft-plastics around shallow docks or bridge pilings.

Is there crappie in Lake Jocassee?

One of the few trout lakes in SC, Lake Jocassee offers fishing for both cold-water and warm-water fish species. Trout, hybrid stripers, bass, crappie, catfish, pickerel, sunfish and white bass all thrive in this 7,500-acre reservoir. Lodging and campgrounds with RV spaces are available at the lake.

Are there catfish in Lake Jocassee?

Lake Jocassee is a coldwater lake not known for its catfish, but Dan said reports indicate you can have good luck if you go big or go small. This lake may be a sleeper for trophy-size catfish since few people fish for them. Some big cats are caught each summer, however, by people fishing near the dam for trout.

Does Lake Jocassee have catfish?

Are there walleye in Lake Jocassee?

It is over 300 feet deep in places, and the cool, deep outflow from Lake Jocassee forms the headwaters of Lake Keowee. A variety of freshwater fish inhabit Lake Jocassee, and the lake is known for trophy black bass. A few walleye are also rumored to inhabit the lake.

What’s under Lake Jocassee?

Although most man-made structures were demolished prior to the creation of the lake, local divers have discovered the remains of a lodge which was left intact. The lodge now sits under 300 feet of water. A hilltop graveyard with headstones also remains more than 130 feet under the water.

What is the deepest part of Lake Jocassee?

350′
Lake Jocassee/Max depth

What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Jocassee?

Each year some of the largest largemouth bass caught in the state come out of Jocassee, and the lake also holds the state record for smallmouth bass, spotted bass and redeye bass. There are also hybrids of these species. Lake Jocassee also has some less popular species, including catfish and bream, but trout and bass are certainly king.

What is Lake Jocassee Florida known for?

Lake Jocassee is commonly known for the clear, clean and cold Appalachian mountain rivers that feed the lake to keep it cool year-round.

What is the water temperature on Lake Jocassee?

Lake Jocassee is at 94.2% of full pool and morning surface water temperatures are in the lower 80s on the main lake. Last night makes three straight first place finishes for tournament angler Joe Anders of Easley in the Thursday night bass tournaments on Lake Jocassee, and he reports

Can you rent a kayak on Lake Jocassee?

Kayaks, canoes, pontoons and ski boats are available for rent at nearby Jocassee Outdoor Center, an off-the-water marina, which serves Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee. Lodging and campgrounds with RV spaces are available at the lake.