Fishing W Kerr Scott Reservoir

AKA: Kerr Scott Lake

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Kerr Scott Reservoir, NC

Popular Fish Species Kerr Scott Lake, NC

Black Crappie

Black crappie, as well as white crappie, populate the waters of Kerr Scott Lake, and this year they are averaging a nice size. Crappie fishing is excellent around brush in depths from 10 to 20 feet. Crappie always like cover and structure. Using a fish finder, or forward facing sonar 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.

Kerr Scott Lake Popular Fish - Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass Fishing

This year in particular, largemouth bass are thriving in Kerr Scott Lake. The baitfish schools are healthy and there is plenty of cover for both bass and baitfish. 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 on deeper structure. Other bass to be caught here include smallmouth bass and spotted bass.

Kerr Scott Lake Popular Fish - Striped Bass

Striped Bass Fishing

Striped bass are a favorite of many locals at Kerr Scott Lake, as they are growing to bragging size and easy to catch. 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, and forward facing sonar, are a big help in locating these roaming schools. Live bait is very effective here, and stripers can be caught year round.

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Fish species to fish for...

Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, white bass, striped bass and tiger muskie at W Kerr Scott Reservoir in North Carolina.

Big enough for you to find your own fishing spot, yet small enough to feel like you can get to know the lake, Kerr Scott Reservoir is a great fishing destination. This is a 1,475-acre lake located in the north-central part of the state. Bass, stripers,crappie, catfish and tiger muskie all fare well enough to provide acclaim for this bountiful fishing lake. Check out fishing reports for popular species at this lake. Campgrounds, marinas, public boat launches and boat rentals make your stay worry free!

Primary fish species residing in W Kerr Scott Reservoir

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W Kerr Scott Reservoir Amenities

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

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Smithey's Creek Park Boat Ramp
Located in the park, mid lake on the north side of the lake, this is a one-lane, concrete launch ramp with a dock and plenty of paved parking.