If You Want To Bag The Big Bass Then Lake Fork Fishing Will Satisfy Your Wishes

Looking for a place to enjoy some serious largemouth bass? Lake Fork fishing may be just what you are looking for. In 1980, this lake was impounded, which means enclosed in a reservoir. Lake Fork is located outside of Dallas, Texas and boasts a whopping 27,264 acre surface area and a deep spot of 70 feet. Fishermen travel from far and wide to get the chance at catching some of the lake's amazing bass.

There are a few regulations in placed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD.) First of all, any bass between the measurements of 16 and 24 inches cannot be kept. You are also only allowed to keep one bass over 24 inches and a total of 5 bass each day.

Such regulations should not be surprising when you realize that Fork is among the most popular fishing locales in the United States. In fact, 32 of the largest 50 bass caught in Texas are reeled in from this lake. This opens opportunities for pretty much any fishing trophy seeker.

Along with the bass, there are other species found here. Fishers will be glad to learn that sunfish, catfish and white and black crappie are also lake inhabitants. As far as crappie fishing goes, there is a minimum length regulation of 10 inches. This restriction is lifted during the December, January and February.

If, however, bass fishing, is your passion the best times to fish are during the winter, spring and fall seasons. Peak fishing time is mid-February to April. As for enticing the bass, crank baits, plastic worms, and jigs are all lures that have been proven successful.

If you are hopeful of a top notch experience reeling in bass, Lake Fork will not disappoint. It has proved itself to be one of the best spots in all the United States for bringing home some largemouth bass worthy of prizes and trophies.