Fishing Lakes

Fishing lakes requires skills in fishing stillwaters. Stillwaters range in size from small ponds to large lakes. Some of the best places to fish in lakes are close to the where streams flow into the lake. Another good spot is the outlet of the lake.

The size of the lake can seem massive. Some anglers like to get out into the lake as far as possible so as to extend the area they can fish. When approaching the side of the lake always be careful and watch for fish well before you get to the water's edge. Sometimes fish can be caught in the shallow water with just a short cast. Fish are often found feeding in shallow water.

Look for fish around any weedbeds or rushes in the lake, this is a place they may find food. Shallow water with a silty bottom is a favourite place for fish around dawn and dusk. On a windy day look for fish in the lake downwind of tussock or bush, as they feed on the new food blown onto the water.