If You Desire To Nab The Big Bass Then Lake Fork Fishing Will Satisfy Your Wishes

The lake is located near the small city of Quitman, Texas on the northern edge of the state in Wood County. This quaint city is a relaxing escape for many trying to get away from the big city for awhile. Lake Fork fishing is famous in this area.

If you're planning a fishing trip to this lake and want to know when the best time to go is, here are some things to consider. This is trophy bass country and bass like to stay in the water temperature between 65 and 75 degrees. If it is too hot they are going to go deeper making it harder for you to catch them. During the summer fishing at night or on a cloudy day would be most favorable.

During the spring months they are spawning and move to the shallow water. The fall season enables the waters to reach the fishes favorite temperature causing they go into a feeding frenzy in the shallows. Rainy days also get them searching for food near the surface.

This lake is mainly known for its Largemouth Bass however there are other varieties of fish residing within the lake as well. There are Bluegill and a couple different species of Crappies and Catfish. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department established this lake and stocked it with over seven hundred thousand Florida Black Bass between 1979 and 1987. Each year around three hundred thousand visitors come here to fish for the big bass.

All year round there is great fishing here it just depends on what you are fishing for. During the spring, fall and winter the bass are plentiful. Crappies are available in the winter and Bluegills in the summer.

The Legend of Lake Fork is a 3 day event held every year in May. This year the winners can go home with prizes and cash awards totaling $237,000. Cash prizes are given to the biggest fish by weight. They must also be at least 24 inches or more in length. The winning bass in 2009's event was 13.11 pounds. Due to the success of last year's tournament they decided to add an extra day to the schedule.

There are five days during the months of February through May when they host the Lake Fork Team Trail Tournament. Only two people to a team are allowed. They can bring photos back of the fish for consideration as winners if they cannot catch one with a length of at least 24 inches to bring back in. They receive their official photo cards when they register and have their cameras inspected before going on the lake. Bringing in the winning fish or photo of the winning fish will earn them $500.

This year the first World Championship Bass Fly Fishing Tournament will be held at Lake Fork in May. There are strict rules to adhere to as far as what type of equipment you can use for fly fishing. The first place award is $1200.

The guides that assist visitors with Lake Fork fishing are unique. They are professional and personable making everyone feel like they got their money's worth. They know the patterns of the fish and make each trip a successful catch for novice anglers. They are knowledgeable fishermen and share information on bait, boats and techniques.