Comet Lake

Comet Lake is a reservoir in Franklin County, but a dependable surface-area figure was not found. Dependable maximum-depth and storage-volume figures were not found for Comet Lake, so neither should be estimated from a similarly named lake.

What to Expect at Comet Lake

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Comet Lake, the safest approach is to read the water in front of you instead of assuming it fishes like another lake with the same name.

Fish and Useful Baits at Comet Lake

Fish reported from Comet Lake include black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, largemouth bass, and yellow perch.

Bass

For Comet Lake largemouth, use a shallow crankbait or swim jig to locate fish, then slow down with a jig or soft plastic.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

Crappie at Comet Lake respond to a small jig or live minnow beside brush and suspended cover. Use a tiny jig or natural bait under a float when fishing Comet Lake for bluegill and related sunfish. A small minnow or worm on a light rig fits yellow perch fishing at Comet Lake.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

A simple bottom rig with cut bait or prepared bait is a practical channel catfish setup on Comet Lake.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Comet Lake

Start with the best-looking shallow cover during the first hour, then move to the nearest drop if the bank is quiet on Comet Lake. Then check the original creek route, the dam end and any point on Comet Lake that reaches toward deeper water.

When to Fish Comet Lake

Early spring on Comet Lake calls for a slow presentation near the first break outside protected water. At midday in summer, Comet Lake anglers should slow down beside shade, weeds or a nearby depth change. Fall on Comet Lake is a good time for small crankbaits and swimbaits around moving forage.