Best Lure/Bait for fishing on lake?

Question

I have started fishing on a 600 acre lake. I usually fish from a beach on the lake and try to cast out as far as I can with a texas rig with a 4 inch gold plastic shad worm. However, so far I have not caught anything. What kind of lure or bait will give me better success or what am I doing wrong

Answer 1

If you use live bait like worms and minnows then you can suspend them under a bobber from 2 - 3 feet down or more depending on the water depth, the fish will rise to take the bait. If you want to use lures try an inline spinner like the roostertail, or curltailed grubs on a 1/8 oz. jig head and a floating minnow bait. These lures and baits will help you to get a good idea if there are any actively feeding fish in your area or if you should find another location. Look for some cover like weed beds, lily pads or downed trees; fish hang around this stuff for food and shelter. Good luck!

Answer 2

best thing to get i think is a mister twister shad,pearl white,cut the bottom part of the shad , make two triangle shapes bout half way up close together  it will do good i catch fish on the white river in arkansas  thrust me it will do great,oh use it with not even a half ounce jig head

Answer 3

NEVER BE LIMITED TO ONE LURE/BAIT!!!!! Try out lots of different rigs, combinations, baits, different colored lures, different types of lures. Also try to move around. If you are fishing for a while in a certain location and dont get any bites, switch lures several times. If you still cant get any bites, try different locations around the lake.

I recommend that you go to the local library and get some books on fishing (try to get the most modern ones because fishing tech has changed over the years). Instructional videos are also a big help if you can find any.

Another excellent idea is to go to your local tackle shop and ask them  about the lake you are fishing. They will probably know the best locations, lures, baits etc.

Good luck!

Answer 4

Try using a Carolina rig across points.

Answer 5

Use a bobber and a worm.

Answer 6

Make some dough with Kool-Aid in it it works good for catfish! Corn, worms, bread,snails are really good!*

Answer 7

Shrimp and pieces work pretty well! I've used them a few times and caught pretty good sized fish (10-20lb)

Also, nightcrawlers or redworms, if you want to be traditional :)