Green Lick Reservoir covers 100.04 acres in Fayette County. Dependable maximum-depth and storage-volume figures were not found for Green Lick Reservoir, so neither should be estimated from a similarly named lake.
How the Size of Green Lick Reservoir Changes the Fishing
The 100.04 acres at Green Lick Reservoir provide room for several patterns, so it pays to compare the upper end, mid-lake points and the dam side.
Fish and Baits at Green Lick Reservoir
Fish reported from Green Lick Reservoir include black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, common carp, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, and yellow perch.
Bass
When largemouth bass hold tight to cover on Green Lick Reservoir, a compact jig or weedless worm is more useful than repeated open-water casts. Smallmouth at Green Lick Reservoir are better matched with tubes, grubs and crayfish-colored crankbaits on rock or clean points.
Crappie, Perch and Sunfish
Crappie anglers on Green Lick Reservoir should count the jig down beside brush until the holding depth becomes clear. A small float, light line and a piece of worm are enough for Green Lick Reservoir bluegill around cover. Perch anglers on Green Lick Reservoir should stay mobile until several bites come from the same depth.
Walleye and Larger Predators
For Green Lick Reservoir walleye, follow the old channel with a jig or pull a crankbait across the first sharp break.
Catfish, Bullheads and Carp
For Green Lick Reservoir channel cats, place cut bait or a nightcrawler along the creek channel and give the bait time to work. Common carp in Green Lick Reservoir can be targeted with corn or dough bait on a simple bottom rig.
Seasonal Fishing at Green Lick Reservoir
On Green Lick Reservoir, spring fish often move onto protected banks before the open basin warms. Summer fishing on Green Lick Reservoir is usually best at low light, beside shade or along the outside edge of healthy cover. During fall at Green Lick Reservoir, revisit creek mouths and main points with baitfish-sized lures.
A First-Trip Plan for Green Lick Reservoir
Pick one kind of cover and fish it carefully, then compare it with a second cover type before moving far on Green Lick Reservoir. Then check the original creek route, the dam end and any point on Green Lick Reservoir that reaches toward deeper water.
Green Lick Reservoir FAQs
How large is Green Lick Reservoir?
Green Lick Reservoir covers 100.04 acres.
Which fish should anglers target first at Green Lick Reservoir?
The best first target at Green Lick Reservoir depends on conditions, but walleye, smallmouth bass, and largemouth bass give anglers practical starting options.
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