Chesbro Reservoir Fishing Report

Chesbro’s firing out some good bass action right now, mostly for fish in the 1 to 3 pound class. Crankbaits are leading the charge, but don’t sleep on Senkos or soft plastics, especially when tossed into quieter pockets and coves. Catfish are active, with a few surprise bruisers bending rods last week. Crappie are acting fickle, but anglers are still getting into action around brush tossing minijigs or spoons. Even the smaller bass are nipping at spoons. Water temps are edging into the low 70s, and the lake’s still riding high for late spring.

Bass action has been quite good for a lot of fishermen using a variety of techniques. Drop shots and t-rigged plastics have been most consistent throughout the day. Although there's also been very good topwater and reaction bait action (crankbait, lipless) in the early mornings and late evenings for healthy 2-3 pound fish.

Anglers are also reporting a fair catfish bite in the evenings on nightcrawlers and chicken livers. Crappie are still on the prowl, targeting small Rapalas and jigs.