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Cottonwood Pit

Cottonwood Pit is a lake in Greene County, Indiana.

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Cottonwood Pit is a lake in Greene County, Indiana. Cottonwood Pit covers about 1 acre.

What to Expect at Cottonwood Pit

Cottonwood Pit is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Useful Baits at Cottonwood Pit

A reliable current fish list was not found for Cottonwood Pit, so it would be wrong to promise a certain species without better proof.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Cottonwood Pit

On a first trip to Cottonwood Pit, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

When to Fish Cottonwood Pit

Spring at Cottonwood Pit is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Cottonwood Pit can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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