Claytor Lake
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Rating - Good
Saturday, Aug 16 2025
Record 14-pound, 6 ounce was caught in 1991. Spotted Bass and Black Bass are relying mostly on crayfish. Techniques and lures that mimic crayfish are most likely to be successful. Large Mouth eat blue gill, gizzard shad and crayfish depending on the season.
Saturday, Aug 16 2025
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Claytor Lake
RECEIVE FISHING REPORT UPDATES!
Rating - Good
Record 14-pound, 6 ounce was caught in 1991. Spotted Bass and Black Bass are relying mostly on crayfish. Techniques and lures that mimic crayfish are most likely to be successful. Large Mouth eat blue gill, gizzard shad and crayfish depending on the season.
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