Need Some Ideas For Winter Fishing

[haikterz]

I am fishing in Oregon lakes and its hard to catch a limit year around but in the winter months it's impossible to get a bite.

I need some ideas to try next time I am out fishing.

Here is the scenario:

We fish the coastal lakes this time of year because the temps are more stable and they don't draw the lakes down.

Last 2 weeks the temps have been going up a little into 50s. Water temp is around 45-46 and clear (5 feet of vis.). We are fishing a natural lake with lots of grass. Grass is underwater and seems to be dead. There are train trusses, steep rock banks and lots of timber.

I can't find any fish activity on my electronics and in general there is no shad in these lakes. Main food seem to be trout and purch. I know there is fish there because last years feb turnys were bringing in 25# bags for first 2-3 spots and 0s for the rest. The fish seem to be caught in grass by steep banks or ledges.

I tried everything that I know so far. Used lipless cranks, chatter bait, wacky rigged senko, drop shot. I get the bait fouled with grass and that's it most of the time.

I appreciate any ideas you guys might have for me to trythank uou

[roadwarrior]

Here are some topics on winter fishing from the BassResource Library, "Fishing Articles" at the top of the page.

 

http://www.bassresource.com/seasonal-fishing-articles#winter

[ProCrafter]

I went out on Dec. 29th on Lake Washington in Seattle and got a nice 3-11 Smally on a dropshot with a 3 foot length between the weight and the bait...this I believe allowed the fish to see the bait from a distance and with a very slow presentation seems to get the most bites. The fish was in 47ft of water so a quick weight, pic and down he went back to the bottom. Two other boats from my club each caught 3 Smallies from 40+ feet on the same presentation. I use 8 lb mono and place a swivel about 2 ft above the hook to help with line twist.