Fishing DeGray Lake

AKA: DeGray Reservoir

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DeGray Lake, AR

Popular Fish Species DeGray Lake, AR

Largemouth Bass Fishing

Fishing in DeGray Lake for largemouth bass has been a mainstay for anglers over the last few decades. Lately the fishing has been improving and big bass are showing up with regularity. Bigger bass are thriving in DeGray Lake due to excellent fisheries management and plenty of cover for both baitfish and bass. When the bite is good, bass are typically shallow and aggressive. If you find them shallow and they are not tempted to bite, slow down and use smaller, lighter baits. Fishing for largemouth bass is good virtually any time they are shallow - in spring, mornings in summer, and during warm Fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap. Around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In deeper water, big worms, jigs and spoons are three good weapons. In winter, spend your time fishing DeGray Lake on deeper structure where the bass spend much of their time.

Crappie Fishing

Black and white crappie both reside in DeGray Lake, with black crappie typically out-weighing white crappie. They do school together so when you find them you may catch both species. Crappie fishing is on the rise and they can be found in sizeable schools. Crappie always like cover and structure, so locate brush and vegetation. Using a fish finder can help locate schools of crappie, which tend to stack vertically around cover. Live bait and small jigs are the most common method for crappie here. In spring and fall focus on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out deep, as well as find ledges near channels in deeper water.

Hybrid Striped Bass Fishing

Hybrid striped bass, also known as wipers, are a favorite of many locals and fishing guides at DeGray Lake, as they are plentiful and grow to bragging size. As a hybrid of striped bass and white bass, they have great potential for spawning massive numbers and growing to large sizes. Fishing for hybrid stripers is a matter of locating schools of bait, and schools of hybrid striped bass are likely to be in the area. Fish finders improve your odds of locating both bait and wipers. Live bait is very very effective here, and these chubby fish can be caught year round.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish and hybrid striped bass at DeGray Lake in Arkansas.

Family fun and fishing top the to-do list at DeGray Lake, a 13,800-acre lake in central Arkansas, about eight miles north of Arkadelphia. Scattered around the lake with over 200 miles of shoreline are half a dozen boat launch ramps.

The State park boat dock, located less than two miles form the Degray State Park Access, is a popular place to launch anything from kayaks and canoes to pontoons and fishing boats. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy fishing for crappie, largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, sunfish and hybrid stripers. Areas for fishing from the bank can be found at campgrounds, boat landings, and many accessible spots around the lake.

Fishing report for DeGray Lake

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Primary fish species residing in DeGray Lake

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DeGray Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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