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Bull Shoals Lake measured 662.01 feet msl Wednesday, fast approaching desired power pool elevation, with generation continuing with three units (9,000 cfs) in the morning, rising a little earlier than it has been, to almost 12,000 cfs (four generators) by midafternoon. (updated 7-9-2026) Local reports indicate the water temperature is around 84 degrees. “Feels great to jump in for a swim if you get hot. The Corps of Engineers have been running big water. Not looking forward to the summer squeeze. Once generation slows down, the lake typically will form a thermocline. The lake level is down to …

Fishing for black bass should be excellent in 2026. Largemouth bass are plentiful throughout the lake as a result of the high lake levels in past years. Fall 2025 electrofishing surveys revealed good numbers of largemouth bass in the 15”-18” range. These surveys also revealed an abundance of spotted bass in the 11”-14” range, with just three percent of the spotted bass captured in the fall 2025 surveys exceeding 15”. Due to the high abundance and slow growth rates of spotted bass in Table Rock Lake, the minimum length limit is planned to be reduced to 12” in 2026. Anglers are encouraged to har…

Cotter Area (updated 7-9-2026) Local reports indicate “Change is hard for some folks, so we hang on to the best of our world: Trout fishing on the White River here in the beautiful Arkansas Ozarks continues to produce great catches and tons of action. The beauty, peace and hospitality you’ll find in Cotter, Trout Capital USA, and the whole of north-central Arkansas will keep you coming back for more.” Calico Rock Area (updated 7-9-2026) Local reports indicate “Last week we saw the river crest in the morning around 10 feet, dropping throughout the day to about 8 feet. We continue to have succes…

[USACE Norfork Dam — 205 CFS total release] # Norfork Tailwater Fishing Report – October 29, 2026 We're running real low at just 205 CFS this morning, and that means gin-clear conditions with spooky trout. Water's cold and clean coming off the dam—perfect for autumn. Stick to small presentations: throw Mepps #0 or #1 spinners and 1/16 oz Blue Fox spoons in the upper tailwater and around Otter Creek. Fish are holding tight, so dead-drift small crawdad patterns on 5X tippet or flip jigs with sculpin trailers near deeper pockets. The catch-and-release section is prime right now. Low water like th…

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October 1, 2026 Fishing Report Post author: Phil Lilley Post published: October 1, 2026 Post category: Uncategorized Trout fishing on Lake Taneycomo has really improved the last month. There are good numbers of rainbows all through the upper lake, especially compared to our summer months. I don’t have a good answer why, but at least it’s a change in a positive direction — as well as the beautiful weather! Our big trout are still showing up in good numbers. In addition to our trophy rainbows, the brown trout are making their appearance in the upper lake for the fall spawning run. From what I’ve…