Members Kevin B. Posted August 11, 2011 Members Posted August 11, 2011 I recently picked up a new kayak (Ocean Trident 13) and was wondering if anyone had any thoughts/tips on kayak fishing opportunities at Table Rock. Where would be some good places to put in that might provide some decent fishing opportunities without having to travel too far from launch point or get run over by bigger boats. Thanks in advance. Kevin "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." -- Mark Twain "Twenty years goes by quicker than you'd think." -- Me
Sore Thumbs Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 Holiday Island is a great place. Leatherwood creek area is right there no major boat traffic and its kinda secluded like its a small little lake. You can go right outside the Marina and there is the White River. There are always whites around that area it seems like.
Stump bumper Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 Down near Holiday Island you could lauch out of Beaver Town or Houseman's to get more in the River and out of boat traffic. On busy hot days you will get a wake boat or jet skies that far up, but 90% of the fishermen will not pass a small boat on plane in that area, most people who fish there on a regular basis will not get on plane until they get past Beaver Town and during the summer there are good runs of whites, walleye,bass, and trout in that area. I don't know how much experince you have in that area, but there is a lot of current during generation periods, but that is the best fishing times. I would not want to paddle back up stream to my launch area after they started generating so call for the generation schedule before you set out.
Wayne SW/MO Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 Cricket creek or Bear creek could be good candidates. Today's release is tomorrows gift to another fisherman.
Members Kevin B. Posted August 11, 2011 Author Members Posted August 11, 2011 Thanks for the suggestions guys...much appreciated. And if anyone else has additional suggestions, keep 'em coming. "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." -- Mark Twain "Twenty years goes by quicker than you'd think." -- Me
tjulianc Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I've never been there, although I've considered it, but the Kings river has an access point on MO hwy 86. That is really close to where the Kings enters Table Rock, so I don't know if there is much current there or not this time of year, but I'd imagine Table Rock is still backed up. Maybe somebody else can chime in on that suggestion.
Members timr0123 Posted August 13, 2011 Members Posted August 13, 2011 I'd try the Piney Creek area.The back end of it is off limits to motorized boats. There should be lots of fish and little to no pressure. I'm not sure where to tell you to lauch, but you can check a map for a access.
Members tarpon14 Posted August 20, 2011 Members Posted August 20, 2011 Kevin, you can have a blast kayak fishing. I have fished all the local lakes on a Wilderness Tarpon 14, which I have rigged with electronics and rod holders. While I don't have too much problem with boats blasting by (can be fun to surf their wake, unless you're tying something on), guys trolling usually are moving into the wind, while I drift with the wind. Some are rude, but most will give you leeway. In the spring when the whites are running, I love to head up James River around Blunk (Galena). In spots like that, yoou can fish hard from the boat, and if the current is up, pull up on bank and hop out and wade. I also like to crappie fish year-round; just invest in a good wetsuit for the colder water temps. I have only dumped once while fishing and it was in March; wakes you right up. Finally, invest in good paddle/gear leashes; if you have a 5-pound bass on it's nice to be able to throw the paddle aside and not have to worry. Godd luck - be safe.
magicwormman Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 I think the number one question is, "where are you located"????? There are many good spots that were you can launch and fish. If you give people that info, I'm sure you're going to get a lot of information.
Members Kevin B. Posted August 21, 2011 Author Members Posted August 21, 2011 Fixed that some by finally going back and filling in some of the profile, but I'm located by Joplin (Carl Junction to be precise). While I originally posted my questions in the Table Rock and Stockton forums, I'd be open to any other suggestions as well. I do plan to explore many of the popular rivers, but the appeal of lakes is that they reduce the need for arranging shuttles. As a beginner though, I thought it would be worthwhile on the big lakes to get some feedback for safety purposes as well as the chance to actually catch something. To further streamline suggestions, I'd rather catch a few fish in a place that isn't crowded (doesn't have to be isolated...just not a packed house) or has great scenery over a lot of fish in a crowded/ugly spot. So any advice on Table Rock or any other lakes within a 2-3 hour access of Joplin/Carl Junction is always welcome. Also, I do want to add that I really appreciate all the feedback I've gotten here and in the Stockton Lake forum...not to mention all the other stuff I've picked up from lurking for awhile. Lots of great info and helpful people hang out at OzarkAnglers. I think the number one question is, "where are you located"????? There are many good spots that were you can launch and fish. If you give people that info, I'm sure you're going to get a lot of information. "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." -- Mark Twain "Twenty years goes by quicker than you'd think." -- Me
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