If you want to plan your own float, Coosa River Adventures rents kayaks and canoes and provides shuttle service from Jordan Dam down to Wetumpka. Coosa Landing has 4 lane boat launch, parking for approx. Soft Plastics and metal vibes are effective at night for Mulloway and Trevally. #4.25.5. The basin contains 147 fish species, including a number that are unique to the Coosa River basin: pygmy sculpin, holiday darter, Coosa darter, coldwater darter, Etowah Darter (only Georgia), Cherokee darter (only Georgia), trispot darter, amber darter (Georgia only) and Conasauga logperch (Georgia only). Upload or insert images from URL. If that doesn't work, he says to stroke the jig. Along the stream shore, spots to pay close attention to are any feeder creek mouths or debris piles that create eddies. He catches shad in a throw net, places them in his livewell so they can void waste, and then transfers them to his X-treme Bait Systems tank, where they stay lively through a day of fishing or even overnight. In the video above, Matt Willson of Ruger highlights the features with Game & Fish's John Taranto. Because Lake Weiss has produced such good fishing for so long, the 11,235-acre Neely Henry Lake is often overlooked. 0000163640 00000 n Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. Major tributaries include the Chattooga River and Little River. By It is believed that 34 of these unique species went extinct as their habitat was changed from a free-flowing river to a series of reservoirs. Their crankbait selection depends on the depth of the bottom. Last edited by Dr Phil Good; 02-26-2023 at 05:21 PM . Paste as plain text instead, The Upper Coosa River Basin occupies three different physiographic provinces including 1. 0000128823 00000 n . Target - Look to the main river's bluff banks and creek mouths for spotted bass. Largemouth Bass are the primary focus on the lake but substantial populations of smallmouth, sauger and catfish are found. Stopped for a day on the Coosa to chase some Alabama spots. 0000117890 00000 n 0000093379 00000 n Two MLF pros and [] Oliver Lake on the Warrior River offers some of the best fishing in the state for trophy spots in early spring. All terminal tackle is by. From a boat, cast these baits as close to shore as possible to mimic a bait fish fleeing to deeper water. Technique - Spinnerbaits, crankbaits, plastic worms and jigs will all bring bass bites. 0000069142 00000 n 0000162825 00000 n There are 11 species of mussels that are found nowhere else but the Coosa River and its tributaries. Flathead Catfish with a bream, Fishing for coosa hybrid, and found another late summer crappie, 2 lb. Hornady's Seth Swerczek goes in depth about the new cartridge with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. 0000123630 00000 n Wow that's a world record Jacob Beach. The upper region of the lake is the most fertile, especially around the Coley Creek and Elkahatchee Creek areas, while the Kowaliga Creek arm is the most infertile. Target - White bass make their annual spawning run into the Coosa River from Lake Weiss between late February and early April. 0000190944 00000 n 0000066348 00000 n Miller's Ferry 8 People generally think of catching catfish deep, but in some of the smaller streams that we fish in Mississippi, they might be as little as four foot deep, Haney said. Bank anglers may use the new wheelchair accessible bank access on the east side of Jordan Dam. Theres no extra charge to our readers for using these. 0000192528 00000 n The aquatic fauna in the Coosa River basin has been changed with the addition of the six large impoundments. 0000139443 00000 n Around 90% of the Coosa River's length is located in Alabama. Piedmont, gently rolling hills south and east of the Blue Ridge. Range: Tennessee and Coosa River basins. Browning's Rafę Nielsen shares details on the new X-Bolt Pro LR McMillan hunting rifle with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. 3 lb. Flatheads have become abundant in the small rivers of southeast Alabama and in the Florida Panhandle, locations that traditionally have held no native fish. If you can isolate wood structure, as opposed to a lot of woods or stumps, then you are more likely to find flatheads that you can catch. The river is about 280 miles (450 km) long. 6 oz. 0000083292 00000 n 0000112350 00000 n Even then, flatheads can be difficult to pinpoint and to catch. Spotted bass are less abundant than largemouth, but good forage in the river produces a fair number of 3 to 4-pound spots each year. lake or stream) from the list above. LaRue's Ethan Alexander talks about the Siete's features with Game & Fish's Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. Gadsden is the major city in the area, and the area is close to I-59. Bluegills are the most obvious species that fall under the bream umbrella, but flatheads appear to love the redbreast sunfish frequently found in the southeast Alabama rivers. 0000159570 00000 n In the above video, NWTF's Jason Burckhalter talks about the group's accomplishments and future plans with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. We moved over a little point and he caught a 4-pound largemouth. 0000077456 00000 n Start fishing late morning, as warming daytime water temperatures often bring white bass shallow to feed. <<8394cc292217ae4da49f150e075fe6ea>]>> 0000098732 00000 n 0000149108 00000 n 0000105991 00000 n tank, where they stay lively through a day of fishing or even overnight. 0000174172 00000 n Lost among the myriad of game fish and even among the various species of catfish, flatheads grow big, taste great, and provide around-the-clock action for Alabama anglers. Monitoring location 02397530 is associated with a STREAM in CHEROKEE COUNTY, ALABAMA. Alabama Power Company with its new project operations application has agreed to provide environmental flows in Dead River. Most anglers are very satisfied with the bass fishing on Lake Jordan because it has remained very consistent during the last 20 years. The Coosa and its various impoundments - which stretch for almost 280 miles from its headwaters in northeast Georgia before emptying into the Tallapoosa River just northeast of Montgomery, Alabama - are THE place to chase spots during the winter months. "There are probably a hundred places to fish going up the river," said Crow, "and you never know when you will hook a big fish.". document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You must be logged in to create a fishing trip. The average crappie will be 2/3 of a pound, but 2-plus pound "papermouths" are not uncommon. Thursday 2 Mar 2023. The Noosa River holds good numbers of native Australian Bass. Learn more in the video above, with Remington's Joel Hodgdon and Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. However, even some crappie as old as 7 had not reached the 10 mark. 0000124533 00000 n The 30,200-acre Weiss Lake is almost entirely within Cherokee County, Alabama; and local businesses cater to sportsmen. River flathead catfish are light biters at times and the tips on the long spinnings rods help catch more fish. Be it largemouth, spotted, hybrid, or striped bass, but all the dam tailraces around me are usually cold water coming out of very deep reservoirs. A good laydown extending off the bank is hard to beat.. Between Lake Weiss and Neely Henry 1 oz. Shook takes the challenge of offshore cover, currents and structure seriously, and wins tournaments by doing his homework. 359. 0000194118 00000 n Moreover, it has healthy populations of both largemouth and mean Coosa River spots. While I enjoy fishing from a driftboat the most, the river is also suited to any type of kayak or canoe. 0000082409 00000 n In the amount of time remaining before it got dark, we landed about 25 Coosa spots, and a handful of them were in the 17- to 19-inch range. "Without a doubt, Oliver is awesome," said Dustin Connell of Clanton. To the swivel, he ties a leader up to five feet long for his weight and an 18-inch hook leader, which is normally 50-lb. Crow says they found points in every creek on the lower section of the lake. Display as a link instead, Ruger's popular American bolt-action rifle has been a hit with hunters for years. 0000153139 00000 n Pounders has also experienced good success on the Coosa River, especially on Lay Lake. Logan Martin Lake, Lay Lake, Mitchell Lake, and Lake Jordan. Mitchell Lake, has been producing good catches of bass since impoundment in 1923. Driftwood Campground 256-526-8069. Fortunately, anglers and biologists agree Weiss' fishery is currently riding high with excellent fishing. Though largemouth bass fishing is excellent, the spotted bass fishing is even better. A number of unique aquatic fauna still live in the area. It's best to leave the rods in the locker and log seat time learning the lake by reading your electronic maps and watching your sonar. Flatheads, probably illegally introduced some 20 years ago, have become the apex predator in certain streams in the region, and fisheries personnel have not been able to slow their expansion. 0000111360 00000 n We used to be straight live bait, Haney said. In fact, because of its fertility, the Coosa ranks as one of the most productive chain of lakes in Alabama, with growth rates for spots often equal to largemouth in their first five years. Sun & Moon Data. By Greg McCain. Access to the area is difficult because of shoals like Moccasin Gap, The Pipeline, and Corn Creek, although some anglers use jet boats to get into the area. They always find their comfort zone in the stream they live in.. Skipjack chunks also account for flatheads as well. Pounders go-to rods are 10 BnMSilver Cat Magnum 10S models, spinning rods with a sensitive tip. It doesnt really matter if we are tournament fishing or just looking for river catfish to eat, we usually rig the same way.. The whole lake is very popular, but the tailwaters of Mitchell are especially popular with boat and bank anglers. Catfish Blue, channel and flathead catfish of all sizes are abundant. 0000038915 00000 n Because of the shells that snails and mussels leave behind, scientists know that many snail and mussel species lived in the Coosa River basin, but some of these snail and mussel species are now extinct. Alabama state record and remains one of the top flathead destinations in the state, yields about a 50-50 mix of flatheads and blues. Click on any of the pins on the Coosa County map or narrow your search by selecting a place type (e.g. 0000088961 00000 n 0000193322 00000 n The average largemouth will weigh 1-2 pounds, with larger catches in the 7 to 8-pound range possible. They hunker down around structure during the daylight hours and usually only roam during low-light periods and at night. Fishing Lures and Fishing Techniques for Fishing Alabama's Tallapoosa River System Lake Wedowee, During the Spring Spawning Season April 9, 2022; Alabama's Three Upper Coosa River System Impoundment's Weiss Lake, Neely Henry Lake and Logan Martin Lakes for Targeting Big, Trophy Pre spawn Bass During the Month of March March 5, 2022 A common denominator for river catfish fishing is structure. Whether the venue is a massive reservoir or a stream that can be cast across, flatheads like structure. 0000075546 00000 n 0000086574 00000 n 0000107916 00000 n Colonel Ola Lee Mize Patriots Park & Etowah County War Memorial. 0000130059 00000 n 0000123169 00000 n Some anglers might have considered the two fish a fluke, but not Crow and Chambers. 0000137829 00000 n Thats not always going to be the case in Alabama.. Jacob Beach. River flathead catfish are light biters at times and the tips on the long spinnings rods help catch more fish. 0000203867 00000 n 0000091415 00000 n 0000108887 00000 n 2 oz. 0000109850 00000 n We had the best success on the mouths of creeks. 0000071982 00000 n The ACC Crappie Stix pro staff member has fished the Coosa religiously since his formative years, pursuing just about all species that swim on the system that travels through east-central Alabama. Angles best bet is to find structure in the river to fish near. Tired of fishing the same spots? Bluegills are the most obvious species that fall under the bream umbrella, but flatheads appear to love the redbreast sunfish frequently found in the southeast Alabama rivers. Blairsville, GA 30512. Lake Jordans 6,800 acres and 188 miles of shoreline are 25 miles from Montgomery. Electronics that provide a side-imaging view allow fishermen to see holes in mud banks or ledges that provide good resting and feeding areas for flatheads. With the return of cooling fall temperatures, the crappie bite generally improves. 0000143474 00000 n 0000098248 00000 n 0000069465 00000 n In addition, they have darker brown mottling brown-white belly areas, and a . 0000079696 00000 n OFFSHORE:The northerlies dominated the offshore scene again this week. NOAA has guage heights. From the Hwy 77 bridge to the Neely Henry Dam it is more of a spread out lake, featuring major feeder creeks loaded with fish-attracting cover. 0000007725 00000 n He doesn't look for bass on cover, but he does look for baitfish. 0000105508 00000 n The Coosa River begins in the City of Rome and flows 30 miles to the west, entering Lake Weiss at the Alabama state line. The Wild Australia bass exists in the fresh water parts of the river and they are best targeted from October to April. | While I dont always find the same structural features on Alabama waters, most of my knowledge translates to new places that I fish. "The remainder of the practice day on Thursday and all day on Friday," said Crow, "we looked for the same type of places. The more I learn about the Alabama River, the more I understand the potential for catching flatheads there.. Lake Mitchell Ken Vitale with Buck Knives chats with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller about two new hunting knives for 2023the purpose-built Alpha and PakLite series. 7485 Vogel State Park Road. They can be reached by phone at (334) 514-0279, or on the web at www.coosariveradventures.com. At that point the pair searched their map for similar points to develop a workable pattern. 0000056831 00000 n 0000076190 00000 n 0000179006 00000 n Berkley Big Game mono. The patterns are effective on offshore points on the lower section of the lake and on visible points and pockets on the upper riverine section. Coosa River in Wetumpka. 0000065798 00000 n 0000091900 00000 n Local citizens need to work together to manage remaining habitat for the benefit of these species and all native aquatic species in the Coosa River basin. Key features include muzzle velocities of 2,215-2,400 fps. Water from Lake Weiss flows either into the Diversion Canal or into Dead River. Casting soft plastics into the eddy formed by 2 tides from Noosa and Weyba meeting results in Trevally, Tailor and the odd Mulloway. Through experience, I have come to understand where they live and feed on the Tombigbee, Pounders said. Select crankbaits that run in the 8-10 foot depth range. Winchester's new Big Bore ammo, available in 10 mm, .44 Mag., .357 Mag., and .45 Colt, is specifically designed for big bears in bear country. Alabama spotted bass, largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, crappie and catfish are all popular sport fish in Lake Mitchell. 0000048465 00000 n 0000122225 00000 n Another rattle is often used just above the hook. Fisheries biologist Ken Weathers said flatheads can now be found in the Perdido, Conecuh, Blackwater, Yellow, Chipola, Choctawhatchee and Pea rivers in southeast Alabama. reels. Current State Record Information: No current state record Gar, Longnose Scientific Name: Lepisosteus osseus. Coosa River spotted bass are notorious for being powerful fighters. Copyright Locality, LLC | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | About | Contact. The grass failed to produce a strike the first 30 minutes, so my partner started fishing a shaky-head jig in water 18 to 20 feet deep as I continued to work the grass. 0000056012 00000 n At next little point, he caught a 3 3/4-pound largemouth.". document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The Noosa River is a river situated in South East Queensland and extends 40km from the township of Noosa way into the country side where the water turns fresh. It is called Bouldin Canal and discharges directly into the Alabama River. Coosa River Fishing Reports Recently shared catches and fishing spots. 5 stars mean this lure has been hand picked for Noosa River. 0000141057 00000 n 0000187785 00000 n Gadsden, Alabama. Click on any of the pins on the Coosa County map or narrow your search by selecting a place type (e.g. Target - April through early June is prime for catching Coosa River stripers. 0000047959 00000 n It was first of the Alabama Power Company's many dam projects on the Coosa River in the '50s, '60s and '70s. A fair number are also caught during this period from the banks of the Mayo Lock and Dam Park near Rome, GA. Crappie move to deeper ledges and brush piles in summer and are often best pursued at night under a light. find rocky points, work slow waxahatchie creek is good. 0000145080 00000 n Covering 6,700 acres, Jordan Lake is less than a quarter the size of Weiss. On the Alabama you simply find a good laydown with current. The best places to target Bass in the Noosa River is north of Harrys Hut jetty, however power boating is not allowed several ks north of Harrys Hut. 0000185405 00000 n Striped Bass - Most stripers will average 6-8 pounds. Crow, a guide (northalabamabass.com) on north Alabama lakes, says they fished two productive patterns for the June tournament on Jordan. To fish a bottom 15 feet deep, do not throw a lure for that depth. 0000141862 00000 n Distinctive in their appearance, flatheads are often the by-catch of anglers fishing for other species. This allowed Shook and Tolbert to cull 11 fish weighing more than 3 pounds on tournament day. 0000183028 00000 n This year, the rifle will be chambered in 7mm PRC, the hot new load that was a hit at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. Spotted bass prefer the swift water along Jordan's steep banks. Water data back to 1974 are available online. 0000054373 00000 n Target the inside bends of the river and creek mouths. 0000175785 00000 n Bream in winter and the odd Mangrove Jack in summer. "Largemouth and spotted bass on Weiss relate to structure, which are stumps, docks, grass or submerged roadbeds. It allows the guide to cover water quickly. Longnose and spotted gar average 3 feet from nose to tail, but 4 to 5-foot longnose gar are not out of the question. H. Neely Henry Lake was impounded when the Neely Henry Dam project completed in the 1960s. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. Feb 13, 2019 - Coosa River - Gadsden Launch. waterdata.usgs.gov. When considering the best catfish rig, most fishermen use either a Carolina rig or a three-way set-up. Bream are also common in the sheltered bays and are best targets on light tackle using soft plastics. 0000111850 00000 n Larger females will run 2 pounds, while most males will average 3/4-pound. 0000092393 00000 n Go fishing and bring your boat to Lake Weiss. Theyre here to stay, Weathers said. 0000104103 00000 n 0000119848 00000 n Flatheads fall under the normal catfish regulations around most of Alabama. 0000069780 00000 n 0000094371 00000 n 0000156355 00000 n 0000080405 00000 n The Terrapin Creek is a major tributary in this area. Many anglers find it difficult to f Anglers target largemouth bass and spotted bass on Neely Henry Reservoir. 0000052742 00000 n The river is about 280 miles (450 km) long. The decision paid off, as the pair quickly had a pair of 3-pounders. 0000177397 00000 n According to Crow, the sun had driven the bass he had expected to catch shallow to the nearest deep-water points. Nathan Simmons of Browning and Game & Fish's John Taranto take a closer look at both cartridges at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. 0000066939 00000 n Clarity: Stained to clear. The river has two major tributaries Kin Kin Creek and Teewah Creek. An email address is required to associate with your Fishidy premium subscription. I do pretty well on the Alabama River catching spots. 0000074894 00000 n 0000072306 00000 n "My best five-fish bag of spots weighed 32 pounds. Neely Henry Lake was created by an impoundment of the Coosa River on June 2, 1966. I guess I'll have to give that a try. Full Disclosure: This post may include affiliate links. 0000033534 00000 n 0000085134 00000 n Small flatheads are delicacies whether fried, blackened, or grilled. However, the Coosa River kicks my butt every time! 0000129151 00000 n 0000074566 00000 n Posts. 0000012035 00000 n In the past, almost all the water was used for generating electricity, leaving little water in the old Coosa River channel, hence the name Dead River. These are Tennessee/Toccoa River or Coosa River headwaters where you can find wild rainbow and brown trout. During the tournament, a single stump produced several fish. Lad Campground. Guide to Fishing the Coosa River For more fishing information visit the Georiga DNR website at www.gofishgeorgia.com or call (706) 624-1161. Current makes bass more aggressive and hold tighter to cover, which makes them easier to catch if the exact location of cover is known. Other tributaries, including Paint, Peckerwood and Waxahatchee creeks, feed into the 12,000-acre reservoir. They caught fish at depths between 12 and 20 feet deep, but the key was having some type of cover on the point. 0000064696 00000 n 0000066075 00000 n Location. "When learning to fish offshore," said Shook, "resist the urge to just fish. That technique on the Coosa has not worked for me thus far. Schedule Today. And summer provides some of the most consistent patterns for catching bass, as shown by competitors on the Alabama Bass Trail, which hit both ends of the Coosa chain last June. One specific regulation involves trophy fish: only one flathead over 34 inches may be kept per angler per day. Unfortunately, one of the worst extinction events of modern times occurred when the Coosa River was dammed. -Catfish, Address: Live shad, usually abundant on most Alabama streams, are one such option. Although growth is average for both species, plumpness for both species is close to the top in the state. Subscribe to newsletter, your email address is safe with us and will not be shown to others. These spotted bass are much longer than northern spotted bass are, and they grow to a larger size. "A smooth, flat point would not hold fish. We provide the native files for your Garmin . Since then, more than 80,000 sturgeon fingerlings have been . To the swivel, they attach a 12- to 18-inch leader with a snelled 8/0 to 12/0 circle hook. Shook and Tolbert's lures for offshore fishing on Weiss are crankbaits and football jigs. Shook also recommends dragging the bottom with jigs. 0000171753 00000 n 16 in. Shook recommends anglers use side-scan sonar to search the river and creek channels from Little River Marina to Cowan and Spring creeks. Target Look to the numerous tributary mouths and backwaters of the Coosa River during April and March to find spawning concentrations of crappie. 0000070402 00000 n 0000095402 00000 n 2 of how to find a bass on a River. By Eileen Davis. The rods are powerful enough to land the biggest fish but sensitive enough to catch those light bites.. White Crappie with a tuffy minner, 27 lb. The Coosa River is shared between Alabama and Georgia, and begins at the confluence of the Oostanaula and Etowah Rivers in Rome, Georgia and runs for 280 miles before it joins the Alabama River northeast of Montgomery. 0000127662 00000 n Many are Calling it the Dead Sea. Bay Springs, Terry Hyatt, 256-927-3618. "Coosa spots are the most aggressive fish on the lake, so expect the first strikes to come from them. 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The Coosa River begins at the confluence of the Oostanaula and Etowah rivers in Rome, Georgia, and ends just northeast of the Alabama state capital, Montgomery, where it joins the Tallapoosa River to form the Alabama River just south of Wetumpka. We did not hop the lures. Creeks along the Coosa are growing in popularity for both kayak and fly fishing. 0000105032 00000 n Flicking metal slugs and soft plastics for Tailor is effective during late afternoon. We also frequently conduct creel surveys of folks who enjoy fishing on the Coosa to better understand their fishing habits, the role of fishing in our economy, and fish consumption advisories. Garet Williams. 0000120810 00000 n 0000074248 00000 n Jordan Lake The Coosa River striped-bass fishery is truly a unique resource, and to understand the fishing, it helps to understand the fish. Call: Coosa River Adventures today at: (334) 514-0279. On the Alabama you simply find a good laydown with current. I have had tons of fun floating down it casting spinners, crankbaits, and swimbaits. Covering 30,200 acres, Weiss contains abundant shallow-water flats and submerged timber, bridges, roads, home foundations, snags and stake beds. 13 in. Bring your camping gear and spend the night on one of the numerous sand bars. 0000051121 00000 n In recent years, fishermen have begun to tweak their shad presentations. Description: Elongated body, greenish black on top, yellow towards belly. Minnows are the best bait for catching crappie in the summer on Weiss. 0000024376 00000 n The Coosa River is known as a bass fishing destination, offering anglers opportunities to fish for quality largemouth and spotted bass. Those characteristics require anglers who specifically target flatheads to focus on the areas in which they normally live and also to feed them baits that they cant resist. 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