Striped Bass fishing Report for Beaver Lake Arkansas

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-10-18T11:59:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 Beaver Lake Striper fishing fair! You will have to check several spots through out the day as Beaver Lake striper make their transition up lake. The striper fishing will be good with numbers of fish taken on live shad fished on lightly weighted balloon lines trolled 50-100ft back and down riggers with rapala's 15-35ft deep.The stripers will be active most of the day with peaks around sunrise, sunset and during generation!

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

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Live shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting shad in the 4-14 inch range. If you want a big fish try a shadzilla in the 10-14 inch range!

You will have to cover water to find Beaver Lake Striper and you should check these area's, action will be hot once you find 'em! Try free linning and stay ahead of the curve, the fish will start hitting free linned baits regularly soon!

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the high 60's.

Point 1- striper moving up lake...

Indian creek- striper moving up lake...

Lost bridge north-striper moving up lake...

Point 3- striper moving up lake...

Lost bridge south- Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- walleye on the flat between point 5 and 6!

Big Clifty arm-Great things happening here! There are large shad in the area near hog scauld and that means big striper are there also!

Rocky Branch- Some striper taken at point 6 and the small island infront of the water intake. White bass and walleye's being caught in the area's near the road bed that extends to the island, in the mouth of the marina and in larue cove. White bass are surfacing in this area!

Copper mine- a few walleye caught near the copper mine lodge. Watch for stripes in this area!

Upper section- Beaver Lake striper in the area!

Prairie creek- Walleye activity around the islands on the flats is picking up nicely! Huge amounts of shad and Beaver Lake Striper in this area! Watch for the gulls and get on the surfacing fish!

Coose Hollow- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Ventris- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Blackburn creek- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Beaver shores- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Horseshoe bend- Walleye activity is picking up here on the island flats! White bass/hybrids and small stripers that were stocked in the river this year are surfacing in this area! Make sure you release small stripers and only keep 3 of legal length!

Montne- Walleye activity is picking up here on the island flats! White bass/hybrids and small stripers that were stocked in the river this year are surfacing in this area! Make sure you release small stripers and only keep 3 of legal length!

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 8-15ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The flat area's around the islands at Rocky Branch, Prairie creek and at points 6, 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with hot-n-tot's, rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos or chartreuse/orange and clown colors.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-10-12T12:00:00.000-07:00

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On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the high 60's.

Point 1- striper moving up lake...

Indian creek- striper moving up lake...

Lost bridge north-striper moving up lake...

Point 3- striper moving up lake...

Lost bridge south- Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- walleye on the flat between point 5 and 6!

Big Clifty arm-Great things happening here! There are large shad in the area near hog scauld and that means big striper are there also!

Copper mine- a few walleye caught near the copper mine lodge. Watch for stripes in this area!

Upper section- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Prairie creek- Walleye activity around the islands on the flats is picking up nicely! Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Coose Hollow- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Ventris- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Blackburn creek- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Beaver shores- Be on the look out for stripers any day now!

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 8-15ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The flat area's around the islands at Rocky Branch, Prairie creek and at points 6, 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with hot-n-tot's, rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos or chartreuse/orange and clown colors.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-10-04T12:00:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 Beaver Lake Striper fishing is on big time the fish are on the feed and are hitting baits with abandon! You will have to check several spots through out the day. The striper fishing will be good with numbers of fish taken on live shad fished on lightly weighted balloon lines trolled 50-100ft back and down riggers with rapala's 15-35ft deep.The stripers will be active most of the day with peaks around sunrise, sunset and during generation!

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On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 70's.

Point 1- Striper activity picking up in this area!

Indian creek- striper activity picking up in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing picking up in this area.

Point 3- striper are using the area between point 3 and point 1!

Lost bridge south- Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- walleye on the flat between point 5 and 6!

Big Clifty arm-Great things happening here! There are large shad in the area near hog scauld and that means big striper are there also!

Copper mine- a few walleye caught near the copper mine lodge

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all striper are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek- Walleye activity around the islands on the flats is picking up nicely!

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 8-15ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The flat area's around the islands at Rocky Branch, Prairie creek and at points 6, 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with hot-n-tot's, rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos or chartreuse/orange and clown colors.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-09-27T12:00:00.000-07:00

STRIPER ACTIVITY FORECAST FOR THE WEEK IS:GOOD

POOR-FAIR-GOOD

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BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 Striper fishing was slow this weekend in the wake of the cold fronts that rolled through, those of you that adjusted to the conditions found the fish 30-60ft deep over 150-200 feet of water due to the change in barometric pressure, smaller baits and a slower presentation were key's to catching Beaver Lake's striper. Beaver lake striper will be active and on the move looking for food and things should be back to normal by time this report is published! The striper fishing will be good with fish taken on live shad fished on lightly weighted balloon lines trolled 50-100ft back and down riggers with rapala's 10-30ft. The stripers will be active most of the day with peaks around sunrise, sunset and during generation!

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On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 70's.

Point 1- Striper activity picking up in this area!

Indian creek- striper activity picking up in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing picking up in this area.

Point 3- striper are using the area between point 3 and point 1!

Lost bridge south- Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- walleye on the flat between point 5 and 6!

Big Clifty arm-Great things happening here! There are large shad in the area near hog scauld and that means big striper are there also!

Copper mine- a few walleye caught near the copper mine lodge

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all striper are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek- Walleye activity around the islands on the flats is picking up nicely!

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 8-15ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The flat area's around the islands at Rocky Branch, Prairie creek and at points 6, 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with hot-n-tot's, rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos or chartreuse/orange and clown colors.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-09-13T12:00:00.000-07:00

STRIPER ACTIVITY FORECAST FOR THE WEEK IS:GOOD

POOR-FAIR-GOOD

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BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 Beaver lake striper are active and on the move looking for food! The striper fishing has been good with numbers of fish taken on live shad fished on lightly weighted balloon lines trolled 50-100ft back and down riggers with rapala's 10-30ft deep and there has been some top water action from BIG fish! The stripers are active most of the day with peaks around sunrise, sunset and during generation! White bass are beginning to school on the surface as well!

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On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 70's.

Point 1- Striper activity good in this area!

Indian creek- striper activity has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area. Check the back of dry creek! I have limited out here for more than10 day's now....

Point 3- striper are using the area between point 3 and point 1!

Lost bridge south- Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- walleye on the flat between point 5 and 6!

Big Clifty arm-Great things happening here! There are large shad in the area near hog scauld and that means big striper are there also!

Copper mine- a few walleye caught near the copper mine lodge

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all striper are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek- Walleye activity around the islands on the flats is picking up nicely!

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 8-15ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The flat area's around the islands at Rocky Branch, Prairie creek and at points 6, 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with hot-n-tot's, rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos or chartreuse/orange and clown colors.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-09-06T06:13:00.000-07:00

STRIPER ACTIVITY FORECAST FOR THE WEEK IS:GOOD

POOR-FAIR-GOOD

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BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The cold front really got Beaver Lake striper on the prowl! The striper fishing has been good with numbers of fish taken on live shad fished on lightly weighted balloon lines trolled 50-100ft back and down riggers with rapala's 10-20ft deep and there has been some top water action from BIG fish! The stripers are active most of the day with peaks around sunrise, sunset and during generation! White bass are beginning to school on the surface as well!

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 80's.

Point 1- Striper activity good in this area!

Indian creek- striper activity has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area.

Point 3- striper are using the area between point 3 and point 1!

Lost bridge south- Striper are hot in front of starky! Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- walleye on the flat between point 5 and 6!

Big Clifty arm-

Copper mine- a few walleye caught near the copper mine lodge

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all striper are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek- Walleye activity around the islands on the flats is picking up nicely!

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 8-15ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The flat area's around the islands at Rocky Branch, Prairie creek and at points 6, 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with hot-n-tot's, rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos or chartreuse/orange and clown colors.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-08-30T12:54:00.000-07:00

STRIPER ACTIVITY FORECAST FOR THE WEEK IS:FAIR

POOR-FAIR-GOOD

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BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been steady with numbers of large fish taken on live shad fished on lightly weighted balloon lines trolled 50-100ft back and down riggers with rapala's 10-30ft deep. The stripers are active most of the day with peaks around sunrise,sunset and during generation! I have been seeing huge schools of yearling shad on the surface and some surface activity from game fish, I expect the fish to start schooling any day now as fall is approaching! White bass are 15-20ft deep and can be taken on trolled hot-n-tots and spoons or jigs worked through the school once you find them.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 80's.

Point 1- Striper activity good in this area!

Indian creek- striper activity has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area. Check dry creek!

Point 3- striper are using the area between point 3 and point 1!

Lost bridge south- Striper are hot in front of starky! Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- walleye on the flat between point 5 and 6!

Big Clifty arm-

Rocky Branch- check the island flats for walleye! Try trolling with the suggested lures below or casting rattle traps! White bass are are thick in the area around the island and the road bed from the marina area to the island and are being caught from 15ft deep to the surface! Most whites have been coming on trolled cranks like hot-n-tot's but try throwing or trolling kastmasters, rooster tails in white or white jigs also. Jigging on the road bed with spoons should be productive.

Copper mine- a few walleye caught near the copper mine lodge

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all striper are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek- Walleye activity around the islands on the flats is picking up nicely!

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend- Walleye on the flats!

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 8-15ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The flat area's around the islands at Rocky Branch, Prairie creek and at points 6, 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with hot-n-tot's, rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos or chartreuse/orange and clown colors.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-08-23T11:59:00.000-07:00

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 80's.

Point 1- Striper activity good in this area!

Indian creek- striper activity has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area. Check dry creek!

Point 3- striper are using the area between point 3 and point 1!

Lost bridge south- Striper are hot in front of starky! Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- walleye on the flat between point 5 and 6!

Big Clifty arm-

Copper mine- a few walleye caught near the copper mine lodge

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all striper are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek- Walleye activity around the islands on the flats is picking up nicely!

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend- Walleye on the flats!

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 8-15ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The flat area's around the islands at Rocky Branch, Prairie creek and at points 6, 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with hot-n-tot's, rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos or chartreuse/orange and clown colors.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-08-10T16:15:00.001-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been steady with numbers of large fish taken on live shad fished on down lines and down riggers with rapala's 20-60ft deep. Your best chance at catching stripers is between 10p.m. and 2a.m. The fish are most active when they are generating!

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the high 80's to low 90's.

Point 1- The island is still holding some fish but most are going deeper with the rising water temp..

Indian creek- Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area.

Point 3-

Lost bridge south- Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5-

Big Clifty arm-

Rocky Branch-

Copper mine-

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all fish are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 10-20ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The area's near point 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-08-02T18:53:00.000-07:00

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the high 80's to low 90's.

Point 1- The island is still holding some fish but most are going deeper with the rising water temp..

Indian creek- Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area.

Point 3-

Lost bridge south- Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5-

Big Clifty arm-

Rocky Branch-

Copper mine-

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all fish are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 10-20ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The area's near point 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

Tight lines!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-07-19T12:00:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been steady with numbers of large fish taken on live shad fished on down lines and down riggers with rapala's 20-60ft deep. The surface temp of Beaver Lake has increased significantly due to bright sunny day's. You need to get on the water early in the a.m. or fish nights. Fishing with lights has been good. The fish are in transition to deeper haunts.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the high 80's.

Point 1- The island is still holding some fish but most are going deeper with the rising water temp..

Indian creek- Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area.

Point 3- Hot spot This week!

Lost bridge south- Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- Hot spot this week!

Big Clifty arm- Fishing has been good in this area.

Rocky Branch-

Copper mine-

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all fish are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 10-20ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The area's near point 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-07-06T02:10:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been steady with numbers of large fish taken on live shad fished on down lines and down riggers with rapala's 20-60ft deep. The surface temp of Beaver Lake has increased significantly due to bright sunny day's. You need to get on the water early in the a.m. or fish nights. Fishing with lights has been good. The fish are in transition to deeper haunts.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the high 80's.

Point 1- The island is still holding some fish but most are going deeper with the rising water temp..

Indian creek- Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area.

Point 3- Good striper activity in front of Starky marina.

Lost bridge south- Hot spot for stripes this week! Try the island at starky and the humps from the island to lost bridge south park.

Point 5- Fishing has been good.

Big Clifty arm- Fishing has been good in this area.

Rocky Branch-

Copper mine-

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all fish are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend- walleye being caught here near the hatchery pond.

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 10-20ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The area's near point 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-06-28T12:00:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been increasing nicely with numbers of large fish taken on live shad fished on down lines 20-25ft deep right above the thermocline. The surface temp of Beaver Lake has increased significantly due to bright sunny day's. You need to get on the water by 4:30 a.m. or fish nights. Fishing with lights has been good. The fish are in transition to deeper haunts.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 80's.

Point 1- The island is still holding some fish but most are going deeper with the rising water temp..

Indian creek- Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area.

Point 3- Good striper activity in front of Starky marina.

Lost bridge south- Fishing has been good in this area.

Point 5- This area has been a hot spot and fish are being taken under lights.Walleye fishing has been good in this area also, look on the gravel bars between point 5 and the water intake.

Big Clifty arm- Fishing has been good in this area.

Rocky Branch-

Copper mine-

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all fish are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend- walleye being caught here near the hatchery pond.

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 10-20ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The area's near point 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-06-21T08:27:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been increasing nicely with numbers of large fish taken on live shad fished on free lines and balloons fished 2-20ft deep right above the thermocline. The surface temp of Beaver Lake has increased significantly due to bright sunny day's. You need to get on the water by 4:30 a.m. or fish nights. Fishing with lights has been good.

Beaver Lake is fairly clear now with the clearest water from point 3 to the dam....

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 80's.

Point 1- The island is still holding some fish but most are going deeper with the rising water temp..

Indian creek- Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area.

Point 3- Good striper activity in front of Starky marina.

Lost bridge south- Fishing has been good in this area.

Point 5- This area has been a hot spot and fish are being taken under lights.

Big Clifty arm- Fishing has been good in this area.

Rocky Branch-

Copper mine-

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all fish are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend- walleye being caught here near the hatchery pond.

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 10-20ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The area's near point 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-06-14T12:00:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been increasing nicely with numbers of large fish taken on live shad fished on weighted lines fished 10-30ft deep right above the thermocline. The surface temp of Beaver Lake has increased significantly due to bright sunny day's. You need to get on the water by 4:30 a.m. or fish nights. Fishing with lights is also heating up!

Beaver Lake is stained from the water intake near point 6 up to the Prarrie creek area. The lower portion is clear.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 80's.

Point 1- The island is still holding some fish but most are going deeper with the rising water temp..

Indian creek- Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been excellent in this area.

Lost bridge south- Fishing has been good in this area.

Point 5- This area has been a hot spot and fish are being taken under lights.

Big Clifty arm- Fishing has been good in this area.

Rocky Branch-

Copper mine-

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all fish are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend- walleye being caught here near the hatchery pond.

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 10-20ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The area's near point 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-06-07T12:00:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been increasing nicely with numbers of large fish taken on live shad fished on free lines and weighted lines fished 10-30ft deep. There has been some top water action on the lower end of the lake. The surface temp of Beaver Lake has increased significantly in the last week due to bright sunny day's. You need to get on the water by 4:30 a.m. or fish nights. Fishing with lights is also heating up!

Watch for debris in the water!

Beaver Lake is still muddy from the water intake near point 6 up to the Prarie creek area. The rest of the lake is settling and clearing up nicely.

Beaver Lake Striper are being caught on free lines and balloons fished 15ft and down lines fished above the thermocline. The thermo cline is setting up at about 25ft and ends near 40ft.

White bass, hybrids and small striper have been schooling some in the twilight hours on the lower end of Beaver lake and fish are being caught under lights at point 5.... Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the low to mid 80's.

Point 1- The island is still holding some fish but most are going deeper with the rising water temp..

Indian creek- Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge north-Fishing has been good in this area.

Lost bridge south- Fishing has been good in this area.

Point 5- This area is clearing and fish are being taken under lights.

Big Clifty arm- Fishing has been good in this area.

Rocky Branch-

Copper mine-

Upper section- No striper activity in this area as all fish are in the lower basin.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne-

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle/White river junction-

Blue springs area-.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 10-20ft deep, fish are being taken off the points The area's near point 5, 3, and 1 have all been producing walleye.

Flat line troll with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

Put your dipsy divers to work above the thermocline with a rapala in tow.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-05-24T12:00:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been good this week. Striper are resuming their usual patterns. The main key this week will be to locate clearest water you can find. To receive daily updates join me on facebook at Bailey's Beaver Lake Guide Service.

Watch for debris in the water!

Beaver Lake is being held at 1129 at the time I am writing this report due to the flooding in the mississippi river basin the corps is holding the lake at level. Beaver lake is very muddy from point 5 to the upper reaches of the white river, but the wareagle is clearing up nicely. You can find good water south of Nells bluff in the Richland creek arm and north of point 5.

Beaver lake is very muddy from point 5 to the upper reaches of the white river, but the wareagle is clearing up nicely. You can find good water south of Nells bluff in the Richland creek arm and north of point 5. Check my site for more information by clicking the beaver lake flow info link on the lake info page.

Striper are being caught on free lines and balloons fished 15ft deep with most action on free lines.

Stripers can also be taken with #9 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 3-5inches long flat line trolled, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you troll. Move rapalas at a speed of about 2-2.5mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

During the spawn run a lot of striper and hybrids are mistaken for white bass so....
Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the mid to high 60's.

Point 1- The south, south east and west side of the island were the the hot spots this week with numerous fish taken and more showing up daily.

Indian creek- free line the flats.

Lost bridge south- Free lines and balloons.

Lost bridge north-Free lines and balloons

Big Clifty arm- Some surface activity from stripes and whites etc.... fish flats with free lines. This area is holding the most active fish on this end of the lake.

Point 5- Striper being caught along the mud line. Walleye also present in this area.

Rocky Branch-Check back of rambo creek arm.

Copper mine-

Upper section- water temps in the high 60's.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne-

Hickory creek-Water very muddy, check upstream in the Richland creek arm.

War Eagle- You will find white bass and striper in the area as far up river as you can get your boat.

War eagle/White river junction- Check upstream in wareagle creek arm for whites, stripes, and lingering walleye.

Blue springs area-Very muddy.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 5-10ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Flat line troll over shallow bars with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-05-17T12:00:00.000-07:00

Watch for debris in the water!

Beaver Lake level is 1129 at the time I am writing this report, and the rivers are very muddy, you will have to find the clearest water you can find if you want to catch stripes this week. The corps is not releasing water. Check my site for more information by clicking the beaver lake flow info link on the lake info page.

Striper are being caught on free lines and balloons fished 15ft deep with most action on free lines.

Bait can still be found in the backs of coves looking for warm water springs flowing in. Striper are holding on main lake structure near any cove that is holding shad.

Stripers can also be taken with #9 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 3-5inches long flat line trolled, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you troll. Move rapalas at a speed of about 2-2.5mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

During the spawn run a lot of striper and hybrids are mistaken for white bass so....
Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Click image to enlarge

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the mid to high 60's.

Indian creek- free line the flats.

Lost bridge south- Free lines and ballons.

Lost bridge north-Free lines and balloons

Big Clifty arm- Some surface activity from stripes and whites etc.... fish flats with free lines. This area is holding the most active fish on this end of the lake. The area around point 5 has been productive.

Rocky Branch-Check back of rambo creek arm.

Copper mine-

Upper section- water temps in the high 60's.

Prairie creek-

Coose Hollow-

Ventris-

Blackburn creek-

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne-

Hickory creek-Water very muddy, check upstream in the Richland creek arm.

War Eagle- You will find white bass and striper in the area as far up river as you can get your boat.

War eagle/White river junction- Check upstream in wareagle creek arm for whites, stripes, and lingering walleye.

Blue springs area-Very muddy.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 5-10ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Flat line troll over shallow bars with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-05-03T11:30:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been slow this week. The main key this week will be to locate clearest water you can find. Striper will be resuming their usual spring pattern as the lake clears.

Watch for debris in the water!

Beaver Lake level is 1129 at the time I am writing this report, and the rivers are very muddy, you will have to find the clearest water you can find if you want to catch stripes this week. Fish will still be using the "mud line" between muddy and clear water to corner bait. The corps is releasing water in order to keep up with the inflow. Check my site for more information by clicking the beaver lake flow info link on the lake info page.

White bass run will be stalled on account of the run off but in a few days when the rivers settle down the run will continue. The water will clear upstream in a few days and you will be able to fish above the mudline.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the mid 60's.

Indian creek- free line the flats.

Lost bridge south- Free lines and ballons.

Lost bridge north-Free lines and balloons

Big Clifty arm- Some surface activity from stripes and whites etc.... fish flats with free lines.

Rocky Branch-try the larue cove and the area known as striper island near larue. Fords creek, Rambo creek arm and Van hollow are reasonably clear.

Copper mine-no fish

Upper section- water temps in the mid to high 60's.

Prairie creek-no fish

Coose Hollow-n/a

Ventris- n/a

Blackburn creek-Look in the back of Blackburn for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Beaver shores- n/a

Horseshoe bend- Check Escalapia hollow.

Montne- Look in the back of Montne for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper. Check the mouth paying close attention to the flats.(point 11)

Hickory creek-Water very muddy and striper are shifting down lake.

War Eagle- River very muddy but when it settles you should be able to get a boat up to the mill and find white bass in the area as far up river as you can get your boat.

War eagle/White river junction- River is muddy but as it settles you will find white bass as far upstream as "twin bridges" at hwy45

Blue springs area-Very muddy.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 5-10ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Flat line troll over shallow bars with rapala tail dancers, shad raps, reef runners, or ripstiks in natural blue or black back combos.

Jigging spoons around brush and rock piles are also producing.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-04-26T11:30:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The striper fishing has been good this week with numbers of large fish taken. The main key this week will be to stay ahead of the mudline. Striper are in their usual spring pattern.

Watch for debris in the water!

Beaver Lake is on the rise (1131.3 at the time I am writing this report) and the rivers are very muddy, you will have to fish ahead of the mud line looking for the clearest water you can find if you want to catch stripes this week. Fish will still be using flats. The corps is releasing water in order to keep up with the inflow. Check my site for more information by clicking the beaver lake flow info link on the lake info page.

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The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day and areas near the mid to lower portion of the lake will be most productive.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps in the mid 60's.

Indian creek- free line the flats.

Big Clifty arm- Some surface activity from stripes and whites etc.... fish flats with free lines.

Rocky Branch-try the larue cove and the area known as striper island near larue. Also pay attention to the flat across from the water intake that is in the "Doc's cabin" area.

Copper mine-I expect to see stripes start showing up in this area as the mud line advances down lake.

Upper section- water temps in the mid to high 60's.

Prairie creek- Stripers will be showing back up in front of the muddy water as it works it way down lake. Fish the area around the islands with free lines. You will also find walleye in numbers here!

Coose Hollow-Some fish still being taken on the adjacent flats.

Ventris- Some fish still being taken on the adjacent flats.

Blackburn creek-Look in the back of Blackburn for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Beaver shores- You will find stripes in this area. Check flats.

Horseshoe bend- Check Escalapia hollow.

Montne- Look in the back of Montne for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper. Check the mouth paying close attention to the flats.(point 11)

Hickory creek-Water very muddy and striper are shifting down lake.

War Eagle- River very muddy but when it settles you should be able to get a boat up to the mill and find white bass in the area as far up river as you can get your boat.

War eagle/White river junction- River is muddy but as it settles you will find white bass as far upstream as "twin bridges" at hwy45

Blue springs area-Very muddy.

WALLEYE

Most walleye are about 5-10ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

2011-02-28T07:15:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 Striper fishing has been slow. It is time to start checking the flats on sunny day's.

Water temps are slowly on the climb, walleye spawning will start soon then followed by the white bass run up the creek arms. By mid march the spawning runs should be gaining momentum.

The approach will be free lines or balloons this week with 3 or 4 inch baits.

Bait can still be found in the backs of coves looking for warm water springs flowing in.

Stripers can also be taken with #9 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 3-5inches long flat line trolled, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you troll. Move rapalas at a speed of about 1.5-2 mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 3-4 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low 40s.

Indian creek- Look for fish to gather near the mouth in prep for a spawn run.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-A lot of bird activity in this area and there are a lot of large schools of shad. Look in the cove for larue boat ramp and check the Van Hollow and Rambo creek arms for shad and run free lines. Also start looking in fords creek arm.

Copper mine-

Upper section-

Prairie creek- Look in the back of prairie creek and run free lines. Also check the flats off the islands, pay close attention to the flats located adjacent to the main river channel.

Coose Hollow-Watch for fish activity.

Blackburn creek-Look in the back of Blackburn for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne- Look in the back of Montne for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Hickory creek-Expect to see some fish activity as the water temp's warm this week.

War Eagle- Start looking for walleye on shallow flats early morning and evenings.

War eagle/White river junction- Expect to see some activity as the water temp's warm this week.

Blue springs area-

WALLEYE
Look for the walleye to start moving into position to begin spawning activity. They will be staging up near the inlets.

Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait.

If you are familiar with lead core or wire lines then now is the time to use them in conjunction with a rapala or rogue.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/4 to 1/2 mph moving just fast enough to keep your lure from hanging up. Pull the lure forward in 2-3ft sweeps as you go just to give it action, the bite will occur on the drop back.

Try drifting jigs bouncing along the bottom baited with minnows with a slow lift drop, move very slowly slipping down current or try back trolling, orange-chart color combos should produce. Remember to use the lightest jig possible while still maintaining bottom contact. You can also slowly drift rapala shad raps across shallow flats in the river.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-02-22T09:05:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 Striper fishing has been slow. It is time to start checking the flats on sunny day's.

Water temps are the lowest they will be for the year and are in the range of 37.5-39.9.

The approach will be free lines or balloons this week with 3 or 4 inch baits.

Bait can still be found in the backs of coves looking for warm water springs flowing in.

Stripers can also be taken with #9 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 3-5inches long flat line trolled, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you troll. Move rapalas at a speed of about 1.5-2 mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 3-4 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low 40s.

Indian creek- Striper caught using balloons and rapala spreads.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-A lot of bird activity in this area and there are a lot of large schools of shad. Look in the cove for larue boat ramp and check the Van Hollow and Rambo creek arms for shad and run free lines.

Copper mine-

Upper section-

Prairie creek- Look in the back of prairie creek and run free lines. Also check the flats off the islands, pay close attention to the flats located adjacent to the main river channel.

Coose Hollow-Look in the back of Blackburn for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Blackburn creek-Look in the back of Blackburn for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne- Look in the back of Montne for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Hickory creek-Expect to see some fish activity as the water temp's warm this week.

War Eagle- Start looking for walleye on shallow flats early morning and evenings.

War eagle/White river junction- Expect to see some activity as the water temp's warm this week.

Blue springs area-

WALLEYE
Look for the walleye to start moving into position to begin spawning activity. They will be staging up near the inlets.

Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait.

If you are familiar with lead core or wire lines then now is the time to use them in conjunction with a rapala or rogue.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/4 to 1/2 mph moving just fast enough to keep your lure from hanging up. Pull the lure forward in 2-3ft sweeps as you go just to give it action, the bite will occur on the drop back.

Try drifting jigs bouncing along the bottom baited with minnows with a slow lift drop, move very slowly slipping down current or try back trolling, orange-chart color combos should produce. Remember to use the lightest jig possible while still maintaining bottom contact. You can also slowly drift rapala shad raps across shallow flats in the river.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-02-09T07:05:00.001-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 Striper fishing has been slow and we are experiencing a shad kill.

Water temps are the lowest they will be for the year and are in the range of 39.6 to 41.4.

The approach will be free lines or balloons this week with 3 or 4 inch baits.

Bait can be found in the backs of coves looking for warm water springs flowing in.

Stripers can also be taken with #9 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 3-5inches long flat line trolled, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you troll. Move rapalas at a speed of about 1.5-2 mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 3-4 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low 40s.

Indian creek- Striper caught using balloons and rapala spreads.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-A lot of bird activity in this area and there are a lot of large schools of shad. Look in the cove for larue boat ramp and check the Van Hollow and Rambo creek arms for shad and run free lines.

Copper mine-

Upper section-

Prairie creek-A lot of bird activity in this area, the birds are feeding on dying shad. Look in the back of prairie creek and run free lines.

Coose Hollow-Look in the back of Blackburn for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Blackburn creek-Look in the back of Blackburn for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Beaver shores-

Horseshoe bend-

Montne- Look in the back of Montne for large schools of shad and free line the cove for striper.

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle marina-

Blue springs area-

WALLEYE
Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Walleye are concentrated in the mouth of the War Eagle river.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait.

If you are familiar with lead core or wire lines then now is the time to use them in conjunction with a rapala or rogue.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/4 to 1/2 mph moving just fast enough to keep your lure from hanging up. Pull the lure forward in 2-3ft sweeps as you go just to give it action, the bite will occur on the drop back.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-01-31T17:59:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The water will be stained so may need to dip the tail of your bait in a chartruse dye to make it easir to find.

The striper are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish. The striper have also moved back towards the main lake in search of bait seeking refuge from the cold temps.

Stripes can be caught by bottom fishing and by adding a 1/4 to 1/2 oz weight about 2feet ahead of your live bait this week. Run your baits about 100-150ft back of the boat with weight. Use gizzard shad about 3-4inches long. If using balloons tie the balloon on about 15 feet ahead of your bait and use no weight allowing the bait to swim freely where it is comfortable. Troll baits at about 1/4 to 1/2 mile an hour, go slowly the cold water has the fish very sluggish. Baits need to be positioned from 8-20ft deep.

Most shad were near the surface this week but will go deeper and I expect another shad kill later this week.

When bottom fishing position so you can fish baits in 10-25ft of water. Use a egg sinker to create a slip rig and use live or cut shad. It would not surprise me if cut shad was more productive.....there are dead shad laying on bottom right now that will not float for several days due to decreased bacterial activity. A cut bait and live bait will stand out from the rest of the shad laying there. But the cut bait provides an easier meal for an opportunistic feeder....they will not have to expend energy to chase it. Also use the wind to your favor by fishing the area's the wind is blowing into as this will concentrate bait.

Stripers can also be taken with #9 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 3-5inches long flat line trolled, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you troll. Move rapalas at a speed of about 1.5-2 mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 3-4 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low 40s.

Indian creek- Striper caught using balloons and rapala spreads.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-A lot of bird activity in this area and there are a lot of large schools of shad. Striper are holding in the area and you need to try fishing the road bed to the island and the flat around the island and near the marina. Also check the Van Hollow and Rambo creek arms!

Copper mine-some fish in the area check near the flats and the area near Larue known as striper island.

Upper section-

Prairie creek-A lot of bird activity in this area, the birds are feeding on dying shad. This area is holding a lot fish right now, try fishing around the islands and the hwy 12 bridge, also look to the south of the bridge and fish the large gravel bar that is in the Beaver shores area.

Coose Hollow-is holding striper and lots of shad. Some nice fish taken in this area!

Blackburn creek-is holding shad and stripes. Some nice fish taken in this area!

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught. Look in the channel between the bluffs and the rearing pond.

Horseshoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side, along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area. The area known as "striper alley" is hot right now with loads of striper, walleye and shad stacked up.

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle marina-

Blue springs area-

WALLEYE
Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Walleye are concentrated in the mouth of the War Eagle river.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait.

If you are familiar with lead core or wire lines then now is the time to use them in conjunction with a rapala or rogue.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/4 to 1/2 mph moving just fast enough to keep your lure from hanging up. Pull the lure forward in 2-3ft sweeps as you go just to give it action, the bite will occur on the drop back.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-01-25T18:43:00.000-08:00

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Striper fishing has been slow with the cold temps we are experiencing. We are experiencing a shad kill, less hardy shad start dying when the water temp hits about 43 degrees. The striper are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish. The striper have also moved back towards the main lake in search of bait seeking refuge from the cold temps. They are holding tight to bluffs on deep holes that provide warmer water temps. The large rocks store warmth during the day and provide a thermal refuge. Shad are also congregating along these bluffs. The area's between Rocky Branch and Horseshoe bend are your best bet.

Stripes can be caught by bottom fishing and by adding a 1/4 to 1/2 oz weight about 2feet ahead of your live bait this week. Run your baits about 100-150ft back of the boat with weight. Use gizzard shad about 3-4inches long. If using balloons tie the balloon on about 15 feet ahead of your bait and use no weight allowing the bait to swim freely where it is comfortable. Troll baits at about 1/4 to 1/2 mile an hour, go slowly the cold water has the fish very sluggish. Baits need to be positioned from 8-20ft deep. Most shad are holding in the 20-40ft depth range.

When bottom fishing position so you can fish baits in 10-25ft of water. Use a egg sinker to create a slip rig and use live or cut shad. It would not surprise me if cut shad was more productive.....there are dead shad laying on bottom right now that will not float for several days due to decreased bacterial activity. A cut bait and live bait will stand out from the rest of the shad laying there. But the cut bait provides an easier meal for an opportunistic feeder....they will not have to expend energy to chase it. Also use the wind to your favor by fishing the area's the wind is blowing into as this will concentrate bait.

Stripers can also be taken with #9 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 3-5inches long flat line trolled, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you troll. Move rapalas at a speed of about 1.5-2 mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 3-4 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low 40s.

Indian creek- Striper caught using balloons and rapala spreads.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-A lot of bird activity in this area, the birds are feeding on dying shad. Bottom fishing the road bed to the island and the flat around the island should be productive. Also look in front of the marina and along the bluff towards point 6.

Copper mine-some fish in the area check near the bluffs.

Upper section-

Prairie creek-A lot of bird activity in this area, the birds are feeding on dying shad. Try fishing bottom. Some nice walleye and big stripers being caught, check around the islands and in the mouth of Prairie creek. Check deeper water structures.

Coose Hollow-is holding striper and lots of shad. Some nice fish taken in this area!

Blackburn creek-is holding shad and stripes. Some nice fish taken in this area!

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught. Look in the channel between the bluffs and the rearing pond.

Horseshoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side, along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area. The area known as "striper alley" is hot right now with loads of striper, walleye and shad stacked up.

Hickory creek-

War Eagle-

War eagle marina-

Blue springs area-

WALLEYE
Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Walleye are concentrated in the mouth of the War Eagle river.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait.

If you are familiar with lead core or wire lines then now is the time to use them in conjunction with a rapala or rogue.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/4 to 1/2 mph moving just fast enough to keep your lure from hanging up. Pull the lure forward in 2-3ft sweeps as you go just to give it action, the bite will occur on the drop back.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-01-18T15:02:00.000-08:00

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Striper fishing has been slow with the cold temps we are experiencing. The striper are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish. The striper have also moved back towards the main lake in search of bait seeking refuge from the cold temps. They are holding tight to bluffs on deep holes that provide warmer water temps. The large rocks store warmth during the day and provide a thermal refuge. Shad are also congregating along these bluffs. The area's between Prairie creek and Montne are your best bet.

Stripes can be caught by adding a 1/4 to 1/2 oz weight about 2feet ahead of your live bait this week. Run your baits about 100-150ft back of the boat with weight. Use gizzard shad about 3-4inches long. If using balloons tie the balloon on about 15 feet ahead of your bait and use no weight allowing the bait to swim freely where it is comfortable. Troll baits at about 1/4 to 1/2 mile an hour, go slowly the cold water has the fish very sluggish. Baits need to be positioned from 8-20ft deep. Most shad are holding in the 20-40ft depth range.

Stripers can also be taken with #9 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 3-5inches long flat line trolled, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you troll. Move rapalas at a speed of about 1.5-2 mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 3-4 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low 40s.

Indian creek- Striper caught using balloons and rapala spreads.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-some fish in the area, look in front of the marina and along the bluff towards point 6.

Copper mine-some fish in the area check near the bluffs.

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Some nice walleye and big stripers being caught, check around the islands and in the mouth of Prairie creek. Check deeper water structures.

Coose Hollow-is holding striper and lots of shad. Some nice fish taken in this area!

Blackburn creek-is holding shad and stripes. Some nice fish taken in this area!

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught. Look in the channel between the bluffs and the rearing pond.

Horseshoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side, along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area. The area known as "striper alley" is hot right now with loads of striper, walleye and shad stacked up.

Hickory creek-Walleye and striper caught in the area. Check along bluffs.

War Eagle-look in the channel and find the deepest holes in area's near "the power lines" and up river near "Goss" hole or "50 cent" hole.

War eagle marina- Striper and walleye caught in the area.

Blue springs area- Check the holes upriver from the hwy 412 bridge including cedar bluff pay special attention to the last deep holes near nells bluff.

WALLEYE
Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Walleye are concentrated in the mouth of the War Eagle river.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait.

If you are familiar with lead core or wire lines then now is the time to use them in conjunction with a rapala or rogue.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/4 to 1/2 mph moving just fast enough to keep your lure from hanging up. Pull the lure forward in 2-3ft sweeps as you go just to give it action, the bite will occur on the drop back.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-01-10T15:40:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664

Striper fishing has been slow with the cold temps we are experiencing. We are experiencing a shad kill on Beaver lake. The striper are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish. The striper have also moved back towards the main lake in search of bait seeking refuge from the cold temps. They are holding tight to bluffs on deep holes that provide warmer water temps. The large rocks store warmth during the day and provide a thermal refuge. Shad are also congregating along these bluffs. The area's between Prairie creek and Montne are your best bet.

Stripes can be caught by adding a 1/4 to 1/2 oz weight about 2feet ahead of your live bait this week. Run your baits about 100-150ft back of the boat with weight. Use gizzard shad about 4-5inches long. If using balloons tie the balloon on about 15 feet ahead of your bait and use no weight allowing the bait to swim freely where it is comfortable. Troll baits at about 1/4 to 1/2 mile an hour, go slowly the cold water has the fish very sluggish. Baits need to be positioned from 8-20ft deep. Most shad are holding in the 20-40ft depth range.

Bottom fishing on points near the channel drop will come into play later this week....

Stripers can also be taken with #11 or #13 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 5-6" on 3 way rigs trolled about 30ft deep, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you "contour troll". Move rapalas at a speed of about 1.5-2 mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid 40s.

Indian creek- Striper caught using balloons and rapala spreads.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-some fish in the area, look in front of the marina and along the bluff towards point 6.

Copper mine-some fish in the area check near the bluffs.

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Some nice walleye and big stripers being caught, check around the islands and in the mouth of Prairie creek. Check deeper water structures.

Blackburn creek-has been holding some bait and stripes.

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught. Look in the channel between the bluffs and the rearing pond.

Horseshoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side, along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area. The area known as "striper alley" is hot right now with loads of striper, walleye and shad stacked up.

Hickory creek-Walleye and striper caught in the area. Check along bluffs.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

War eagle marina- Striper and walleye caught in the area.

Blue springs area- Check the holes upriver from the hwy 412 bridge including cedar bluff pay special attention to the last deep holes near nells bluff.

WALLEYE
Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Walleye are concentrated in the mouth of the War Eagle river.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait.

If you are familiar with lead core or wire lines then now is the time to use them in conjunction with a rapala or rogue.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/4 to 1/2 mph moving just fast enough to keep your lure from hanging up. Pull the lure forward in 2-3ft sweeps as you go just to give it action, the bite will occur on the drop back.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2011-01-04T15:11:00.000-08:00

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Striper fishing has been fair. The fish are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish. Some of the striper have also moved back towards the main lake in search of bait seeking refuge from the cold temps.

Stripes can be caught by adding a 1/4 to 1/2 oz weight about 2feet ahead of your live bait this week. Run your baits about 100-150ft back of the boat with weight. Use gizzard shad about 4-5inches long. If using balloons tie the balloon on about 15 feet ahead of your bait and use no weight allowing the bait to swim freely where it is comfortable. Troll baits at about 1/2 mile an hour.

Stripers can also be taken with #11 or #13 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 5-6" flat line trolled about 150ft back of the boat, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you "contour troll". Move rapalas at a speed of about 1.5-2 mph.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid 40s.

Indian creek- Striper caught using free lines/balloons and rapala spreads.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on free lines/balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-some fish in the area, look in front of the marina and along the bluff towards point 6.

Copper mine-some fish in the area check near the gravel bars.

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Some nice walleye and big stripers being caught, check around the islands and in the mouth of Prairie creek.

Blackburn creek-has been holding some bait and stripes.

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught.

Horse shoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side and the flats near the swimming area, flat near the old pond and the island between it and montne. Also the area near the rearing pond. Check along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area.

Hickory creek-Walleye and striper caught in the area. Check along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

War eagle marina- Striper and walleye caught in the area.

Blue springs area- Check the holes upriver from the hwy 412 bridge including cedar bluff pay special attention to the last deep holes near nells bluff.

WALLEYE
Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Walleye are concentrated in the mouth of the War Eagle river.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait.

If you are familiar with lead core or wire lines then now is the time to use them in conjunction with a rapala or rogue.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/4 to 1/2 mph moving just fast enough to keep your lure from hanging up. Pull the lure forward in 2-3ft sweeps as you go just to give it action, the bite will occur on the drop back.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-12-27T10:48:00.000-08:00

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Striper fishing has been fair and it is expected to pick up with the warm weather this week. The fish are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish.

Stripes can be caught by "free linnig" and "ballooning" this week. Run your baits about 100-150ft back of the boat with out weight. Use gizzard shad about 4-5inches long. If using balloons tie the balloon on about 15 feet ahead of your bait and use no weight allowing the bait to swim freely where it is comfortable.

Stripers can also be taken with #11 or #13 rapala original's or Husky jerks and/or rogues 5-6" flat line trolled about 150ft back of the boat, use planer boards in order to spread your lines giving you the ability to fish more rods but also allowing you to cover shallow water near the bank as you "contour troll". Move rapalas at a speed of about 1-1.5 mph. Rapalas can be modified by crimping the eye in order to produce more action at slower speeds.

You can not mix different baits such as live and rapala in your trolling spread due to the different actions required for the proper presentation of each.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid 40s to low 50's and should rise near mid 50 this week.

Indian creek- Striper caught using free lines/balloons and rapala spreads.

Big Clifty arm- Striper being caught near the mouth on free lines/balloons and rapala spreads.

Rocky Branch-most fish up river

Copper mine-Most fish up river

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Check around the islands.

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught.

Horse shoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side and the flats near the swimming area, flat near the old pond and the island between it and montne. Also the area near the rearing pond. Check along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area.

Hickory creek-Walleye and striper caught in the area. Check along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

War eagle marina- Striper and walleye caught in the area.

Blue springs area- Check the holes upriver from the hwy 412 bridge including cedar bluff pay special attention to the last deep holes near nells bluff.

WALLEYE
Montne-Hickory creek--Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Walleye are concentrated in the mouth of the War Eagle river.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/2 to 3/4 mph with a lift drop presentation, the bite will occur on the drop back. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait. Bannana style baits are also working, such as, reef runners, tail dancers etc. fish these in the 1.5-2mph range along the channel contours.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-12-19T11:07:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664

Striper fishing has been fair and it is expected to pick up with the warm weather this week. The fish are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish.

Stripes can be caught by "free linnig" and "ballooning" this week. Run your baits about 100-150ft back of the boat with out weight. Use gizzard shad about 4-5inches long. If using balloons tie the balloon on about 15 feet ahead of your bait and use no weight allowing the bait to swim freely where it is comfortable.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid 40s to low 50's and should rise near mid 50 this week.

Rocky Branch-most fish up river

Copper mine-Most fish up river

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Check around the islands.

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught.

Horse shoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side and the flats near the swimming area, flat near the old pond and the island between it and montne. Also the area near the rearing pond. Check along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area.

Hickory creek-Walleye and striper caught in the area. Check along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

War eagle marina- Striper and walleye caught in the area.

Blue springs area- Check the holes upriver from the hwy 412 bridge including cedar bluff pay special attention to the last deep holes near nells bluff.

WALLEYE
Montne-Hickory creek--Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

Walleye are concentrated in the mouth of the War Eagle river.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/2 to 3/4 mph with a lift drop presentation, the bite will occur on the drop back. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait. Bannana style baits are also working, such as, reef runners, tail dancers etc. fish these in the 1.5-2mph range along the channel contours.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-12-12T18:51:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664

Striper fishing has been fair, the cold fronts have driven fish deeper. The fish are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish.

Stripes are feeding near the bottom so fishing down lines will be most productive. They are about 15-30ft deep. Find fish with your sonar then drop your bait to the bottom in about 30-50ft of water and bring the bait up till you get bit.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid 40s to low 50's.

Rocky Branch-most fish up river

Copper mine-Most fish up river

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Check around the islands.

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught.

Horse shoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side and the flats near the swimming area, flat near the old pond and the island between it and montne. Also the area near the rearing pond. Check along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area.

Hickory creek-Walleye and striper caught in the area. Check along bluffs and near the channel on points/flats in the area.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

War eagle marina- Striper and walleye caught in the area.

Blue springs area- Check the holes upriver from the hwy 412 bridge including cedar bluff.

WALLEYE

Montne-Hickory creek--Most walleye will be about 20-30ft deep, fish are being taken off the points and on mid stream humps. Check upstream and down stream edges of humps and points.

3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing.

Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also.

Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 1/2 to 3/4 mph with a lift drop presentation, the bite will occur on the drop back. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait. Banna style baits are also working, such as, reef runners, tail dancers etc. fish these in the 1.5-2mph range along the channel contours.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-12-05T08:52:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664

Striper fishing has been good. The fish are scattered and you will have to check multiple locations to get your fish.

Stripes are feeding near the surface, however with the cold fronts they are also keying on the bottom. Free linning and balloons are the methods to use for surface fish and down lines for bottom oriented fish. They will either be on the flats or near the adjacent channel depending on temp and weather conditions. Look for fish from surface down to about 25ft.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low to mid 50's.

Rocky Branch-most fish up river

Copper mine-Most fish up river

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Check around the islands on the flats.

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught..Check flats

Horse shoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side and the flats near the swimming area, flat near the old pond and the island between it and montne. Also the area near the rearing pond.

Hickory creek-Walleye and striper caught in the area Check flats in the area.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

War eagle marina- Striper and walleye caught in the area.

Blue springs area- Check the holes upriver from the hwy 412 bridge including cedar bluff.

WALLEYE

Montne-Hickory creek--Most walleye will be about 10ft deep, fish are being taken on the flats and a long the channel. 3 way rigs fished with crawlers or rapalas are producing. Chart/orange color variations for your crawler harnesses and rapalas in natural blue or black back combos are also producing. Try rogues in clown flash also. Troll crawlers and rapalas at about 3/4 to 1 1/4 mph with a lift drop presentation, the bite will occur on the drop back. Use a 14inch dropper to your sinker. And a 4ft leader to your bait. Banna style baits are also working, such as, reef runners, tail dancers etc. fish these in the 1.5-2mph range along the channel contours.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-11-15T10:03:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The annual "Hooked on fishing not on drugs" event will be held November 23rd and I need more volunteer boats to take the kids fishing. If you are interested please call me.

Striper fishing has been fair. The stripers have pushed up river in pursuit of bait that has moved to warmer more fertile waters looking for food. The striper are beginning to key on smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

Stripes are feeding near the surface. Free linning and balloons are the methods to use. The stripers are keyed on flats where they find shad feeding.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low 60's.

Rocky Branch-Striper being caught. Check fords creek and "striper" island near fords creek and ventris area. Also in the mouth of the marina cove around the road bed.

Copper mine-Check around the gravel bar and the "tailings pile".

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Check around the islands on the flats.

Beaver shores-Walleye and stripers being caught..Check flats

Horse shoe bend-Walleye and striper caught. Check the rocky shore line on far side and the flats near the swimming area, flat near the old pond and the island between it and montne. Also the area near the rearing pond.

Hickory creek-Walleye and striper caught in the area Check flats in the area.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

WALLEYE/CRAPPIE-

Can be found in the 10-20 ft range on the shoals in the prarie creek area and beaver shores to the wareagle. Try #11 Rapala's in black or blue back silver fished on 3 way rigs with bottom bouncers. Also try hot n tots in natural colors or chartrues/orange combination's. Rapala tail dancers will also catch fish in purplesent. Reef runners, rip stiks, rogues in clown or white are also catching walleye. Troll about 1.5 to 2 mph and run baits a foot off the bottom for best results. pay special attention to the areas around deer and bear islands. Crawler harnesses are also producing in chart./orange combinations fished on bottom bouncers, troll your crawlers at speeds less than 1.5 mph.

Fish are scattered and on the move, no GPS coordinates available since fish are moving freely through the lake. You will have to use intuition. Get out and look.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-11-09T13:54:00.000-08:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE(479)366-8664 The annual "Hooked on fishing not on drugs" event will be held November 23rd and I need more volunteer boats to take the kids fishing. If you are interested please call me.

Striper fishing has been fair. The stripers have pushed up river in pursuit of bait that has moved to warmer more fertile waters looking for food. The striper are beginning to key on smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

Stripes are feeding near the surface. Free linning and balloons are the methods to use. The stripers are keyed on flats where they find shad feeding.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach. Stripers are hitting smaller shad in the 4-5 inch range.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the low 60's.

Rocky Branch-Check fords creek and "striper" island near fords creek and ventris area.

Copper mine-Check around the gravel bar and the "tailings pile".

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Check around the islands on the flats.

Beaver shores-Check flats

Horse shoe bend-Check the rocky shore line on far side and the flats near the swimming area, flat near the old pond and the island between it and montne. Also the area near the rearing pond.

Hickory creek-Check flats in the area.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

WALLEYE/CRAPPIE-

Can be found in the 10-20 ft range on the shoals in the prarie creek area and beaver shores to the wareagle. Try #11 Rapala's in black or blue back silver fished on 3 way rigs with bottom bouncers. Also try hot n tots in natural colors or chartrues/orange combination's. Rapala tail dancers will also catch fish in purplesent. Reef runners, rip stiks, rogues in clown or white are also catching walleye. Troll about 1.5 to 2 mph and run baits a foot off the bottom for best results. pay special attention to the areas around deer and bear islands. Crawler harnesses are also producing in chart./orange combinations fished on bottom bouncers, troll your crawlers at speeds less than 1.5 mph.

Fish are scattered and on the move, no GPS coordinates available since fish are moving freely through the lake. You will have to use intuition. Get out and look.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-11-02T17:52:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE (479)366-8664 Striper fishing has been fair. The stripers have pushed up river in pursuit of bait that has moved to warmer waters more fertile waters looking for food.

Stripes are feeding near the surface. Free linning and balloons are the methods to use. The stripers are keyed on flats where they find shad feeding.

Know your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid to high 60's.

Rocky Branch-goat island area N36*20.562W93*56.107 and N36*20.881W93*55.179.
The bluff at the escarpment-N36* 19.983' W93* 54.972'.
Fish being caught near the water intake-36.326241,-93.893409 and 36.336267,-93.885341

Point 6 is holding some stripes- 36.32548,-93.906798 and 36.319879,-93.90182

Upper section-

Prairie creek-Check around the islands on the flats.

Beaver shores-Check flats

Horse shoe bend-Check the rocky shore line on far side and the flats near the swimming area, flat near the old pond and the island between it and montne.

Hickory creek-Check flats in the area.

Mouth of the war eagle where it meets the white-Check the flats from the mouth upto the side walk hole.

WALLEYE/CRAPPIE-

Can be found in the 10-20 ft range on the shoals in the prarie creek area and beaver shores to montne. Try #11 Rapala's in black or blue back silver fished on 3 way rigs with bottom bouncers. Also try hot n tots in natural colors or chartrues/orange combination's. Rapala tail dancers will also catch fish in purplesent. Reef runners, rip stiks, rogues in clown or white are also catching walleye. Troll about 1.5 to 2 mph and run baits a foot off the bottom for best results. pay special attention to the areas around deer and bear islands. Crawler harnesses are also producing in chart./orange combinations fished on bottom bouncers, troll your crawlers at speeds less than 1.5 mph.

Fish are scattered and on the move, no GPS coordinates available since fish are moving freely through the lake. You will have to use intuition. Get out and look.

TIGHT LINES!

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-10-11T17:38:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE (479)366-8664 I have added GPS coordinates of striper / walleye and shad location to my fishing report for all you serious "LINE SIDERS"!

Be on the look out for surface activity from smaller fish i.e. white bass and hybrids. Small stripes are also beginning to look to the surface. No your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Stripes are on the move. They are adjusting location following bait as it moves back up lake toward the river. Bait is on the move due to falling water temps and food availability.

Most striper are being caught between 30 and 60 feet deep.. The fall pattern is in effect and the striper are relating to tapering points leading up to flats and/or humps where bait will be located. Miday fishing has been very productive, miday being dawn to sunset.

Fish location is greatly influenced by lake level and current flow, current in the lake from generation will generally position fish on upstream or down stream edges of structure.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid to low 70's.

Roll off bluff area-N36*24.699W93*50.806

Rocky Branch-goat island area N36*20.562W93*56.107 and N36*20.881W93*55.179.
The bluff at the escarpment-N36* 19.983' W93* 54.972'.
Fish being caught near the water intake-36.326241,-93.893409 and 36.336267,-93.885341

Point 6 is holding some stripes- 36.32548,-93.906798 and 36.319879,-93.90182

On the lower section try

lost bridge south-N36*23.739W93*53.362

Horn Branch-N36*22.656 W93*53.956

Upper section-

Horse shoe bend and Beaver shores area- Look for surface activity from whites etc.....

WALLEYE/CRAPPIE-

Can be found in the 20-25 ft range on the shoals in the prarie creek area and beaver shores to montne. Try #11 Rapala's in black or blue back silver fished on 3 way rigs with bottom bouncers. Also try hot n tots in natural colors or chartrues/orange combination's. Rapala tail dancers will also catch fish in purplesent. Reef runners, rip stiks, rogues in clown or white are also catching walleye. Troll about 1.5 to 2 mph and run baits a foot off the bottom for best results. pay special attention to the areas around deer and bear islands. Crawler harnesses are also producing in chart./orange combinations fished on bottom bouncers, troll your crawlers at speeds less than 1.5 mph.

The GPS coordinates are location of striper / walleye during my latest outings....remember the fish will change location from day to day and that the GPS coordinates give you a good starting point. Get out there and use your electronics!

To see some exciting pictures click here

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-10-05T15:18:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE (479)366-8664 I have added GPS coordinates of striper / walleye and shad location to my fishing report for all you serious "LINE SIDERS"!

Be on the look out for surface activity from smaller fish i.e. white bass and hybrids. Small stripes are also beginning to look to the surface. No your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Stripes are on the move. They are adjusting location following bait as it moves back up lake toward the river. Bait is on the move due to falling water temps and food availability.

Most striper are being caught between 30 and 60 feet deep.. The fall pattern shift is beginning and the striper will begin relating to tapering points leading up to flats and/or humps where bait will be located. Night fishing is still good but the morning and afternoon bite is beginning to pick up.

Check along bluffs and tree lines! Bombers and redfins fished on down riggers are producing nice striper....troll baits at about 1.5- 2.5 miles per hour. Umbrellas are also producing at this speed. Work the area above the thermocline where the bait fish are holding when trolling umbrellas.

The striper really get active when they are generating.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid to high 70's.

Roll off bluff area-N36*24.699W93*50.806

Rocky Branch-goat island area N36*20.562W93*56.107 and N36*20.881W93*55.179.
The bluff at the escarpment-N36* 19.983' W93* 54.972'.
Fish being caught near the water intake-36.326241,-93.893409 and 36.336267,-93.885341

Point 5 is holding large schools of nice striper!!!! Hump-N36*21.162 W93*52.452... Murdell area-N36*21.773 W93* 52.024. Check the point that extends from the opposite bank-N36*21.112 W93*52.945

Point 6 is holding some stripes- 36.32548,-93.906798 and 36.319879,-93.90182

On the lower section try

Indian creek-A lot of nice fish being caught in this area! 36.415808,-93.895726 and 36.422576,-93.885169

lost bridge south-N36*23.739W93*53.362

Horn Branch-N36*22.656 W93*53.956

Upper section-

Horse shoe bend and Beaver shores area- Look for surface activity from whites etc.....

WALLEYE-

Can be found in the 10 - 15 ft range on the shoals in the prarie creek area and beaver shores to montne. Try #11 Rapala's in black or blue back silver fished on 3 way riggs with bottom bouncers. Also try hot n tots in natural colors or chartrues/orange combinations. Rapala tail dancers will also catch fish in purplesent. Reef runners, rip stiks, rogues in clown or white are also catching walleye. Troll about 1.5 to 2 mph and run baits a foot off the bottom for best results. pay special attention to the areas around deer and bear islands. Crawler harnesses are also producing in chart./orange combinations fished on bottom bouncers, troll your crawlers at speeds less than 1.5 mph.

The GPS coordinates are location of striper / walleye during my latest outings....remember the fish will change location from day to day and that the GPS coordinates give you a good starting point. Get out there and use your electronics!

To see some exciting pictures click here

Beaver Lake Striper / Walleye Report

2010-09-20T09:19:00.000-07:00

BAILEY'S BEAVER LAKE GUIDE SERVICE (479)366-8664 I have added GPS coordinates of striper / walleye and shad location to my fishing report for all you serious "LINE SIDERS"!

Be on the look out for surface activity from smaller fish i.e. white bass and hybrids. Small stripes are also beginning to look to the surface. No your species and make sure you identify any fish you keep. There is no limit on white bass, there is a 3 fish limit on striper/hybrid and a 20 inch minimum length on striper. You may not keep more than 3 striper and hybrid in combination.

Stripes are on the move. They are adjusting location following bait as it moves back up lake toward the river. Bait is on the move due to falling water temps and food availability.

Most striper are being caught between 30 and 60 feet deep with some large fish caught near 100 ft deep. The fall pattern shift is beginning and the striper will begin relating to tapering points leading up to flats and/or humps where bait will be located. Night fishing is still good but the morning and afternoon bite is beginning to pick up.

Check along bluffs and tree lines! Bombers and redfins fished on down riggers are producing nice striper....troll baits at about 1.5- 2.5 miles per hour. Umbrellas are also producing at this speed. Work the area above the thermocline where the bait fish are holding when trolling umbrellas.

The striper really get active when they are generating.....check the daily lake level and flow data link on my web site.

Striper are keyed on steeper breaks with quick access into deep water where they can ambush shad. But are beginning to shift location to tapering points, humps and flats.

Live Gizzard shad as always on Beaver Lake when fishing for Trophy Stripers is the go to approach.

The following area's will be holding striper at different times during the day.

On the mid and lower sections check out these area's. Water surface temps are in the mid to high 70's.

Roll off bluff area-N36*24.699W93*50.806

Rocky Branch-goat island area N36*20.562W93*56.107 and N36*20.881W93*55.179.
The bluff at the escarpment-N36* 19.983' W93* 54.972'.
Fish being caught near the water intake-36.326241,-93.893409 and 36.336267,-93.885341

Point 5 is holding large schools of nice striper!!!! Hump-N36*21.162 W93*52.452... Murdell area-N36*21.773 W93* 52.024. Check the point that extends from the opposite bank-N36*21.112 W93*52.945

Point 6 is holding some stripes- 36.32548,-93.906798 and 36.319879,-93.90182

On the lower section try

Indian creek-A lot of nice fish being caught in this area! 36.415808,-93.895726 and 36.422576,-93.885169

lost bridge south-N36*23.739W93*53.362

Horn Branch-N36*22.656 W93*53.956

Upper section-

Horse shoe bend and Beaver shores area- Look for surface activity from whites etc.....

The GPS coordinates are location of striper during my latest outings....remember the fish will change location from day to day and that the GPS coordinates give you a good starting point. Get out there and use your electronics!

To see some exciting pictures click here