Parsons Mountain Lake is a popular fishing destination located in south-carolina, USA. The lake is a great spot for both novice and experienced anglers looking to catch a variety of fish species. The most prevalent fish species in the lake include largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish.

In addition to fishing, visitors to Parsons Mountain Lake can also enjoy hiking, picnicking, and camping at the nearby Parsons Mountain Recreation Area. The area boasts several hiking trails, including the Parsons Mountain Trail and the Turkey Ridge Trail, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Anglers looking to catch largemouth bass at Parsons Mountain Lake should focus on using spinnerbaits, crankbaits, or plastic worms near submerged structures such as logs and stumps. Bluegill and crappie can be caught using live bait such as worms or crickets, while catfish can be caught using cut bait or stink bait.

The best time of year to visit Parsons Mountain Lake for fishing is during the spring and fall when the temperatures are milder. The average temperature during the spring (March to May) is around 62°F, while the average temperature during the fall (September to November) is around 69°F. However, fishing can still be productive during the summer months, but anglers should be prepared for hotter temperatures.

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.