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Lake Dannelly is one of the best kept secrets in Alabama. Bass, crappie, and catfish fishing is outstanding here. Anglers also have the opportunity to catch striped bass and hybrids. |
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Backwater areas have ample stands of timber that were flooded during impoundment. The fertile Alabama River nourishes this productive reservoir, and anglers often fill their creels. The many creeks draining into the main reservoir help to create the ideal habitat for a fisherman's paradise. |
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During the spring crappie is the number one fish sought in Miller's Ferry. Crappie fishing peaks during the spawning season when the fish congregate in shallow water during April as water temperature approaches 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Crappie fishing peaks again in October and November. In the fall, crappie can be found in sloughs around fallen trees and brush tops. Live shiners and "tuffy" minnows are the preferred crappie bait, but anglers with small jigs can also be successful. Some of the hot spots for crappie are Shell Creek, Gee's Bend, Chilatchee Creek, Bogue Chitto Creek, and Pine Barren Creek. |
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April, May, and June are the favorite months for bass fishing, with November the best time in the fall. Underwater structures are easy to locate and usually hold fish. Standing timber, numerous creeks, and 516 miles of shoreline provide excellent habitat for largemouth bass. |
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During spring the main reservoir is usually
muddy until mid-May, so most anglers fish the treetops and logjams in
the backwaters and creeks where the water stays fairly clear.
Normally, water level fluctuation is minimal, even during periods of
heavy flow. In June, the bass move into deeper water where they
are taken along drop-offs, ledges, creek channels, and points at depths
of 15 to 30 feet. For anglers willing to fish in early morning,
top-water lures are productive around weed beds before the sun gets too
high. |