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Carlton Lake

Carlton Lake is a reservoir in Missouri, near Butler County.

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Carlton Lake is a reservoir in Butler County, Missouri. Carlton Lake covers about 8 acres and holds about 65 acre-feet.

What to Expect at Carlton Lake

Carlton Lake was made by holding back a river or creek, making the old channel, bends and quiet coves sensible places to begin.

Fish and Useful Baits at Carlton Lake

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for Carlton Lake

On a first trip to Carlton, check incoming water, one bend in the old channel and a point near deep water with a moving lure, then slow down with a jig or worm where you get a bite.

When to Fish Carlton Lake

Spring around Carlton 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 around Carlton can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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