Fishing Lake Hickory

AKA: Hickory Lake, Hickory Reservoir

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Lake Hickory, NC

Popular Fish Species Hickory Lake, NC

Largemouth Bass Fishing

Currently, largemouth bass are thriving in Hickory Lake. 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 deeper structure.

Striped Bass Fishing

Striped bass are a favorite of many locals and fishing guides at Hickory Lake, as they are plentiful and can be caught year round. Being successful at fishing for stripers is a matter of locating schools of bait, and the wolf packs of stripers which are likely to be nearby. Fish finders are a big help in locating these roaming schools. Live bait and cut bait are effective here.

Black Crappie

Black crappie reside in good numbers in Hickory Lake, and locals are landing plenty of quality crappie this year. Crappie fishing is excellent and they can be found in sizeable schools. Crappie always prefer cover and structure, so locate brush, wood, rocks and vegetation. Using a fish finder can help locate schools of crappie, which tend to stack vertically around cover. 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. White crappie, in smaller numbers, also make this lake their home.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, bream and striped bass at Lake Hickory in North Carolina.

Becoming known as an excellent striper fishery, Lake Hickory is a great fishing destination. It is a 4,200-acre lake located in the north-central part of the state. There are plenty of additional fishing opportunities here as well. Bass, crappie and sunfish fishing attract anglers from far and wide. Check out fishing reports for popular species at this lake. The lake annually hosts a substantial number of bass tournaments - generally with good results. Fishing for catfish is a favorite of locals and can yield some big cats at times. Striped bass are still the biggest draw.

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Lake Hickory Amenities

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

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