In our complete guide to crappie fishing, learn about the fishing tips, best fishing spots, and gear you need to learn how to catch crappie.

Learn how to catch more crappies during the dog days of summer. Discover the best small lake spots—docks, timber, deep basins, vegetation—and proven lures ...

Trolling live minnows very slowly and focusing on deep water are two keys to success for winter crappie fishing at Eagle Lake and Barnett Reservoir.

When fishing vertical in brush with minnows, Barber likes a 6 1/2 foot medium action spinning rod matched with 1/4-3/8 ounce slip sinker and 30-pound test braided line.

Crappie are a common panfish. They’re fun to catch and great to eat. Using minnows under slip-bobbers is a common tactic for catching crappies, but jigs often work just as well.

Crappie are a common panfish. They’re fun to catch and great to eat. Using minnows under slip-bobbers is a common tactic for catching crappie, but jigs often work just as well.

Crappie are a common panfish. They’re fun to catch and great to eat. Using minnows under slip-bobbers is a common tactic for catching crappie, but jigs often work just as well.

Reese Jones at Hook, Line and Sinker in Rogers said some good black bass fishing takes place at night with big plastic worms or spinner baits in dark colors. Try top-water lures at first and last ...