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.
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