Crappie fishing tips for fall: Best baits and locations

The Brief

  • Crappie fishing is currently best near areas still having green weeds by good lake structure.
  • Anglers should use a few different style baits to narrow down what the crappies will bite that specific day out on the water.
  • Now is a good time to scout for winter fishing spots using your boat and waypoints on your graph’s GPS.

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) As fall progresses, crappie fishing enthusiasts are finding success in the weeds in lakes like Minnetonka.

Crappie fishing tips for fall

What we know:

Crappies are currently holding onto flourishing green weeds in lakes, making them harder to spot on sonar and live imaging.

Anglers are advised to cast for these fish and use a mix of light and dark bait colors to adapt to different water conditions.

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