Members Bradley Posted June 5, 2007 Members Posted June 5, 2007 Making my first trip up there. Have absolutely NO clue what to expect! NOt planning on fishing Table Rock. Think I'm staying around Lilley's Landing. How are the fish biting up there. Are there any smallies in the lake? Any suggestions on fishing up there would DEFINITELY be appreciated! Thanks in advance!
Terry Beeson Posted June 5, 2007 Posted June 5, 2007 "Up there?" Where are you, Bradley? And welcome to the forum... As for what to expect, what do you want to expect? When are you coming up? Taney is, of course, "famous" as a trout fishery. But I know there are other species in the waters as well, especially downstream of Lilly's. I'll let the "old Taney hands" expound on that part, but I bet you'll enjoy the fishing here... Well, unless you're coming up today... Of course, most of us are living vicariously through Phil and his activities in Alaska (see that thread) and some of us are wishing we were up there with him instead of here in the Ozarks. But Taney is a great way to spend a vacation or weekend for sure... TIGHT LINES, YA'LL "There he stands, draped in more equipment than a telephone lineman, trying to outwit an organism with a brain no bigger than a breadcrumb, and getting licked in the process." - Paul O’Neil
Members Bradley Posted June 5, 2007 Author Members Posted June 5, 2007 I'm coming up from Mississippi. Everything is too dry to fish down here! Been bass fishing my whole life, but I figured I'd try out the trout for once. Can't say I have many trout experiences under my belt! I was curious what they were hitting on right now...if they are hitting anything at all! And what kind of other fish they've got in the lake. I'll definitely be prepared for anything!
Terry Beeson Posted June 6, 2007 Posted June 6, 2007 With that in mind, I would just focus on trout. But be careful... you may be hooked... pun intended!!... There are crappie, bass, walleye, suckers, bluegill, etc. in Taney depending on the area. But, as I said, its draw is definately the trout. There is rarely a time when the trout are NOT hitting something somewhere. Of course, some days and places are better than others, but you can't go wrong spending a few days on Taney for trout. I can tell you the only time I've not had any luck there was a day when they were generating a lot and I just couldn't get what they wanted in front of them... (I wade - no boat.) Right now, there was a draw down of the lake (no political statements here) and that may have put a damper on the fishing. But it will come back soon, I'm sure. Lilly's can fix you up with the latest for your trip... TIGHT LINES, YA'LL "There he stands, draped in more equipment than a telephone lineman, trying to outwit an organism with a brain no bigger than a breadcrumb, and getting licked in the process." - Paul O’Neil
davekeim Posted June 6, 2007 Posted June 6, 2007 (No political statements here)! Great cover Terry! You crack me up! Signed, Cardiac Abdito! Another Beautiful Day In The Ozarks
Members Bradley Posted June 6, 2007 Author Members Posted June 6, 2007 Thanks Terry! Greatly appreciate that! What would be a good all around bait to try while fishing for trout around there...rainbow and brown? Wouldn't mind stocking up BEFORE I go, but there's always Bass Pro!
Terry Beeson Posted June 6, 2007 Posted June 6, 2007 Well, according to how you fish. Fly, lure, or bait? There are sections that have bait restrictions, so you have to figure out where and how you want to fish first. My advice would be to bring the "standards" but rely on the fly shop at Lilly's for the "latest and greatest" for your trip. I can tell you white or yellow micro jigs are good. I'm totally against power baits, but pink and yellow seem to be preference by those that use it. Flies - Mohair leeches in black, purple, olive, white, Pine Squirrel Sculpins in olive, gray, or black, size 16 or so scuds in gray or olive, and wooly buggers in black, white, olive... weighted and unweighted. If you want to try something different, get with Leonard who has Taneycomo Nights Guide Service and book a night fly fishing trip. 417-779-8061. There are several other guides on here as well if you would like. Lilly's can set you up with a guide as well. TIGHT LINES, YA'LL "There he stands, draped in more equipment than a telephone lineman, trying to outwit an organism with a brain no bigger than a breadcrumb, and getting licked in the process." - Paul O’Neil
WebFreeman Posted June 6, 2007 Posted June 6, 2007 To expand on Terry's advice, if you're spin fishing, stick w/ light line (4 lb). Sometimes people will go to 2 if the fish are picky, but you could always add 10 feet of 2 to the end of your 4 if you need it. Any feather jig in earth tone--browns, olives, black, white in 16 oz on down. Rapalas do well at night, I hear. Seems like black and gold is often mentioned. There are a couple good articles on the non-forum part of the site. Just go to http://ozarkanglers.com and click around. Lilley's has the biggest tackle selection, but whatever resort you're at will have some stuff. Also, Lilley's has a web site you could buy from or get ideas. I think it lists the most popular items first, so it will give you a good idea. “Many go fishing all their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after.” — Henry David Thoreau Visit my web site @ webfreeman.com for information on freelance web design.
Members Bradley Posted June 6, 2007 Author Members Posted June 6, 2007 Thanks for y'alls help. Maybe I'll be able to post a few decent fish on here next week! Good luck this weekend and maybe I'll see y'all around!
gonefishin Posted June 6, 2007 Posted June 6, 2007 Good luck Bradley and welcome to the forum. I am just sorry Terry is the first person you had to talk to on here. I would rather be fishin'. "Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote." Benjamin Franklin, 1759
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