Lake Eufaula Fishing Report – January 2022

Eufaula: Level: 0.4 foot below 190. Temp: Mid to upper 50s. Clarity: Slight stain. 

Bass: Capt. Sam Williams reports, “The lake has been holding at a steady level for the past few weeks. The weather patterns still have the fish confused. The shallow bite remains fairly consistent on blade baits, jigs and soft plastics. Lipless crankbaits and squarebill cranks worked along any outside cover is also working. These fish are not very aggressive and must be coaxed into a strike. If you see signs of fish in the area—birds feeding or shad activity—work these spots out before you leave them. Deeper fish are being caught on Carolina rigs with large plastics and heavy jigs with big creature baits. These baits must also be worked very slowly and continually. Bass are also coming on docks. The cleaner water is staining up good after a rain in these areas. The wash-off is also putting insects in the water for the bait minnows to feed on. ChatterBaits and squarebilled cranks are working on these bass.”

Multiple Fish Species: Capt. Sam Williams reports, “Crappie are mostly in 12 to 20 feet on trashpiles. Minnows are doing the trick here. Panfish are still along the banks eating wigglers. Catfish are holding on the creek drops. Jug fishermen are using cutbait and getting a mess to eat. Please visit www.alclassic.com and sign up for our news letter and keep up with our foundation news. Winter is settling in and the weather patterns will level out, causing the fish to be more predictable. Enjoy your time on the water, take your family fishing and create those memories you will talk about for generations to come.”