Summer can be a disappointing time to fish for crappie, especially in sprawling Sun Belt reservoirs. The fish are often deep, sulking around snaggy channel drop-offs and cavernous ledges, and their lethargic mood usually means bites will be few and far between. Add air temperatures in the 90s, stifling humidity and an armada of pleasure boats and jet skis stirring the lake to a froth, and a summer crappie trip can seem like more trouble than it’s worth.
Thankfully, fall is here, and with cooling air and water comes the promise of a more active crappie bite. But where should you look for crappie once you hit the water? Many top fishing guides claim that the fastest crappie action in autumn often occurs in shallow water. Try their proven strategies on your home lakes this fall for a big payoff.
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