Hoosiers Looking to Fish

[WMAMOS]

Hello,

My buddy and I live in the Indianapolis area and are considering heading south for some bass fishing in mid February.
We've discussed Dale Hollow, Kentucky Lake, Rough River but we wanted to consult the locals as to where we should go.

So, could you guys make any suggestions? We'd love to try the float 'n fly on Dale Hollow but its probably a little farther than we want to drive.

Any information or suggestions you make will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
W. Amos

[fisher200]

HOOSIERS,THERE BIG GREEN FISH AT ROUGH. LOTS OF FUN IN JAN. AND FEB....LAKES ARE DOWN THIS TIME OF YEAR WATCH YOUR DEPTH...YOU CAN TEAR UP A PROP IN KENTUCKY IN THE WINTER. ..LOTS OF FUN..

[Danny]

I've caught some really nice fish on Barkley in February. I like Barkley a little better in the winter because of the stained water. I believe it warms a little quicker.

The lakes at Barkley and KY only drop 5 feet to winter pool, and you do have to watch for underwater hazards. Stay in the main channels, and idle or run slowly out of the channel if you have any questions.

One thing to consider is that KY and Barkley both have floating docks that are still usable in the winter, while many of the other lakes drop so much that the courtesy docks are high and dry. Just something to think about.

Also, if you want overnight accomondations, there are plenty of great hotels down there, and in Eddyville, you can get a room for about $50. It's a pretty nice place, clean, phone, cable, etc. I'm sorry my mind has gone blank right now, they are located right across from the Eddyville outlet mall. Plenty of good eating places nearby too.

Let us know your decision, and how you do.

Danny