Pictured is Guhnnar from Missouri, with a very nice 20-in. fall trout, caught with Austin Kennedy of Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service LLC
Beaver Tailwaters report: November Update
The cold is returning to the Ozarks with a freeze warning in effect for Sunday and possibly Monday. Don’t let that scare you off—the bite hasn’t slowed down one bit! This past week, anglers have continued to find success using Pautzke Fire Bait on light terminal tackle.
The Corps has kept flows steady, which means the water remains slightly stained throughout the tailwaters. This has made jerkbaits and spoons especially effective lately. Just be sure to adjust your lure colors based on the water clarity—natural tones for clearer stretches and brighter options for the murky spots.
If you’re running a graph, keep an eye out for bait balls. Following them can lead you straight to feeding trout and other predators that often lurk close behind. You might be surprised at what’s hanging around those schools!
Looking ahead: Next week’s forecast shows cold mornings in the upper 20s to mid-30s, with afternoon highs climbing into the upper 40s and low 50s. Expect light winds and a mix of sun and clouds, with another potential frost midweek. These stable, chilly conditions should keep the bite consistent, especially during the late morning once the sun starts to warm the surface.
Austin Kennedy, Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service
Beaver Lake report:
Beaver Lake is still doing its turnover, with these last few cold fronts and cold rains it should speed up the process. Stripers are holding close to the thermocline or under it so make sure you’re getting your baits deep enough for them to see it. Fish are coming from 50 to 60 feet deep to the thermocline to feed on the shad in the areas. Make sure you cover water as these fish are really spread out so don’t be afraid to move to find these bait balls in deep water. Crappie are doing similar things on the south end holding on deeper brush close to the thermocline 20 to 25 feet down.
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