Skip to content

Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1)

Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1) is a reservoir in Barton County, Missouri.

Live lake forecast

Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1) Fishing Weather

National Weather Service
Loading current weather…

Fish species in Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1)

Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1) is a pond in Barton County, Missouri. Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1) covers about 5 acres and reaches a recorded 9 feet.

What to Expect at Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1)

Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1) has an old channel, incoming water and quiet coves, and small water-level changes can move fish from the bank to the first drop.

Fish and Useful Baits at Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1)

Fish reported from Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1) include bluegill, channel catfish, and largemouth bass.

Bass

For bass at Dorris Creek Prairie CA ( 1), fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Dorris Creek Prairie CA ( 1), fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, redear or other sunfish.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

For bottom fishing at Dorris Creek Prairie CA ( 1), put cut bait, a nightcrawler or prepared bait on bottom for channel catfish.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1)

On a first trip to Dorris Creek Prairie CA ( 1), 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 Dorris Creek Prairie CA (Pond 1)

Spring on Dorris Creek Prairie CA ( 1) is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is best early or late around weeds, shade and the few deeper holes. Fall on Dorris Creek Prairie CA ( 1) can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

Check the evidence

Sources and what they establish

Source dates describe the evidence, not a live catch forecast. Check the managing authority before planning access or keeping fish.

  • Bluegill — supporting source

    Missouri Department of Conservation — Fishing Prospects

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Channel Catfish — supporting source

    Missouri Department of Conservation — Fishing Prospects

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Missouri Department of Conservation — Fishing Prospects

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

✉Join the Fishing Tips Daily newsletter waiting list

Our newsletter is not sending yet. Leave your email if you would like to hear from us when it launches.

By joining, you agree to receive our newsletter when it launches. To request removal before then, contact us. Read our privacy policy.