LAKE WEST POINT posted June 12, 2027

 

Bass Report

 

Lake West Point is settling into a strong early summer pattern as water temperatures continue climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s. The majority of the spawn is over, and bass are beginning to establish themselves on predictable summer structure throughout the reservoir.

 

The early morning bite has been productive around seawalls, rocky points, riprap, and shallow structure where shad activity is present. Topwater baits are producing some of the best action of the day, especially during low-light periods when bass are actively feeding near the surface.

 

As the sun gets higher, many anglers are finding success targeting offshore brush piles, creek channel ledges, roadbeds, and deeper points. Bass are beginning to group up around structure in 10 to 25 feet of water, and schools of fish are often relating closely to baitfish. The offshore bite should continue to improve as water temperatures remain in the summer range.

 

Top 3 Bass Baits

 

1. Walking Topwater Bait

1. Texas-Rigged Worm

1. Football Jig

 

Bass Tips

 

• Start your day around rocky points, riprap, and seawalls with topwater presentations.

 

• Target offshore brush piles and creek channel structure once the morning bite slows.

 

• Focus on areas holding schools of baitfish throughout the day.

 

Crappie Report

 

Crappie have transitioned into deeper summer locations and are holding around brush piles, bridge pilings, docks, and standing timber. Most fish are being found in 10 to 20 feet of water and are suspending around cover near creek channels and deeper pockets.

 

Brush piles continue to be one of the most reliable patterns on the lake. Anglers locating cover with electronics before fishing are finding the most consistent action. Live minnows remain highly effective, while small jigs are also producing quality catches.

 

Top 3 Crappie Baits

 

1. Live Minnows

1. Chartreuse Crappie Jig

1. White Tube Jig

 

Crappie Tips

 

• Focus on brush piles near creek channels and deeper water.

 

• Fish slowly and maintain your bait above suspended fish.

 

• Target areas with visible baitfish activity whenever possible.

 

Striper/Hybrid Report

 

West Point’s hybrid and striper bite continues to be one of the stronger patterns on the lake. Fish are being found around river channel edges, humps, points, and open-water bait schools throughout the reservoir.

 

Early morning remains the best time to target linesides, with fish actively feeding before moving deeper during the warmer parts of the day. Anglers locating bait schools are finding the most consistent action, and fish are often holding directly beneath concentrations of shad.

 

Live bait presentations continue to produce the best results, although artificial baits are catching fish when schools become active near the surface.

 

Top 3 Striper/Hybrid Baits

 

1. Live Shad

1. Live Blueback Herring

1. White Bucktail Jig

 

Striper/Hybrid Tips

 

• Focus on river channel edges, major points, and humps early in the day.

 

• Spend time locating bait schools before setting out lines.

 

• Adjust your presentation depth throughout the day as fish move deeper.

 

NOEoutdoors Outlook

 

Lake West Point is entering a dependable summer fishing pattern. Bass are beginning to group up around offshore structure, crappie are settling into deeper cover and brush piles, and hybrids and stripers continue feeding around bait schools throughout the lake. Anglers who stay focused on baitfish activity and offshore structure should find steady action across all three species.