Lake Eufaula Fishing Report – February 2022

Eufaula: Level: 1 foot above 188. Temp: Mid 50s. Clarity: Muddy. 

Bass: Capt. Sam Williams reports, “The rains, temperature swings and muddy water have the fish in a total state of confusion. The creeks are very muddy; the river will tend to clear up a little faster. The south end will naturally clear up a bit faster with the sandy bottom. The bass are scattered on the deeper structure. You can find them on your electronics; they need to be finessed into a strike. Carolina rigs, jigging spoons worked continually among them and big worms on a heavy Texas rig are your best bets. If you see any shad or bird action in the shallow flats, a ChatterBait in chartreuse with a white trailer dipped in chartreuse J.J.’s Magic will attract a fish. With this erratic swing in weather patterns, patience is the answer. If you find any sign of activity, work the area with several types of baits before moving. Rocky areas are also a good choice. As the sun rises, these areas warm up faster. Finesse worms and light jigs on spinning equipment are good ideas to work these areas for a bass. You might also work a Pop-R or other topwater lures along the rip-rap. Again, work it slow and deliberate.”

Multiple Fish Species: Capt. Sam Williams reports, “Crappie do not like dirty water. They must look up to see their prey. It is hard for them in this muddy water. If you can find cleaner water on the ledges, work the fish attractors and trashpiles in 12 to 20 feet with minnows. Panfish are harder to find right now. Worms worked along banklines may get a few. Catfish on cutbait and nightcrawlers are mostly deep on the ledges. Jug fishing has slowed down until this weather settles down. Odor from the bait carries better in the dirty water, so use some of the store-bought stink bait; it will get a good mess for the supper table. Be safe on the water, dress in layers, keep plenty of water and enjoy what God has provided for our enjoyment. Remember, it is up to us fishermen to help get our river back in balance. Pray for one another and our country. He is our only answer.”

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