For December 21, 2024, the fishing scene at Lake Fork, Texas, is looking promising despite the cooler temperatures. Here’s what you need to know:

First, let's address the water conditions. The water temperature has dropped into the upper 50s, which means the bigger fish are starting to show up. The lake is currently 2.34 feet below pool, and the water is stained, but this hasn't deterred the fish from being active.

For largemouth bass, the best lures right now include Viper XP jigs and Texas rigs, especially around big wood structures near depth changes like creeks and ditches in 5-7 feet. Squarebill crankbaits and chatterbaits are also effective around docks in 3-6 feet. If you're targeting deeper fish, Carolina rigs on long points in 8-15 feet are a good bet. For those into fly fishing, Clousers with a sinking tip line are your best bet in 5-10 feet of water, focusing on creek bends and drop-offs[1].

Crappie are plentiful at the base of shallow trees in the mid-lake areas, typically in 12-18 feet of water. This time of year, you can find big numbers of black crappie in these spots[1].

As for hot spots, consider the main lake points, especially those near the creek channels. These areas often see a lot of activity, particularly during the shad spawn. Also, look for rounded clay points that might seem plain but can attract shad and bass[4].

The weather is cooler, but on warm days, small streamers and top water patterns might catch active bass in the creeks. Sunrise today is at 7:14 AM, and sunset is at 5:37 PM.

While Lake Fork is a freshwater lake and not affected by tides, the overall fishing conditions are favorable. With the water temperatures dropping, the fish are moving to deeper areas, making this a great time to target those bigger bass.

So, grab your gear, head out to Lake Fork, and enjoy the winter fishing season. Good luck