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Egan Lake

Egan Lake is a reservoir in Missouri, near Phelps County.

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Egan Lake is a reservoir in Phelps County, Missouri. Egan Lake covers about 5 acres and holds about 45 acre-feet.

What to Expect at Egan Lake

Egan 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 Egan Lake

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for Egan Lake

On a first trip to Egan, 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 Egan Lake

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

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