Fishing reports for Lake Jennings

On May 20th, 1,500 pounds of catfish were stocked, and another stocking will occur in late June. The lake is now open until 12 am on Fridays and Saturdays, which is perfect for nighttime catfish fishing. Surprisingly, anglers are still catching trout out of Jennings, even with the water temperature pushing close to 70 degrees. Shore anglers are casting full-size nightcrawlers under bobbers, while trollers are pulling Rapalas and spoons.

The bass bite has finally unlocked. Fish are moving shallow preparing for spawn. Weightless worming and jerkbaits have been highly effective. The bigger females are staging deeper... something to consider if you're looking for that bigger bite. Trout action is still very good for both trollers and shore-casters. Kastmasters and Rapalas. Catfishing is good also.

It's worth noting, the Helix Water District reported they'll be dropping the lake over 20 feet by the end of April. This will have a drastic effect on the fishing.

Trout action has been excellent for both trollers and shore anglers. Plenty of fish have been stocked recently, so there is action for everyone. The bass bite still needs a consecutive run of warm weather to kick off, but some anglers are still finding sporadic action with jerkbaits in the morning, and dropshots in the afternoon.