JORDAN LAKE

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 21, 2024

SUMMARY

Jordan Lake is a popular fishing destination in North Carolina. It is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and striped bass. There are also several nearby activities, such as hiking, camping, and boating. For fishing, experts recommend using soft plastic baits, spinnerbaits, and crankbaits. The best time to visit is in the spring and fall when the weather is mild, with average temperatures ranging from 60-70°F. Overall, Jordan Lake offers an excellent fishing experience for anglers of all levels.

FEATURED FISH - BLACK CRAPPIE

It is an abundant species and is important both commercially and as a sport fish. Black crappies are easily caught, often as fast as the hook can be rebaited. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: Though they show a definite family resemblance, they are distinctive enough that they shouldn’t be confused with any other species. The black crappie and the white crappie are most often confused with each other. Despite their common names, both species are the same color (dark olive or black dorsally with silvery sides) and both have spots on the sides. However, the pattern of the spotting is distinctly different. In the black crappie the spots are more or less irregular and scattered while in the white crappie the spots may be more vague and are clearly arranged into 7-9 vertical bars on the sides. Another distinction; the black crappie has 7-8 dorsal spines while the white crappie has only 6, the same number as in its anal fin. In body shape the black crappie’s is somewhat deeper than the white crappie.

FISH SPECIES

  • Image Alt Largemouth Bass


  • Image Alt Striped Bass


  • Image Alt Blue Catfish


  • Image Alt Channel Catfish


  • Image Alt Flathead Catfish


  • Image Alt White Catfish


  • Image Alt Black Crappie


  • Image Alt Green Sunfish


  • Image Alt Redbreast Sunfish


  • Image Alt Redear Sunfish


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Cubic Feet Per Second

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Cubic Feet Per Second

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Point of Interest

Garrett Road Park

Garrett Road Park

Located in Durham, North Carolina, Garrett Road Park is a beautiful and serene recreational area. The park offers plenty of reasons to visit, including its scenic beauty, well-maintained trails, and various sports facilities. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, picnicking, and playing sports like basketball, soccer, and tennis. The park also features a playground for children and an open field for flying kites. One of the highlights of Garrett Road Park is the expansive pond that serves as a habitat for various wildlife, including geese, ducks, and fish. The park also has a community garden that locals tend ...