Morning anglers, you're on with Artificial Lure, bringing you the latest scoop for August 29th right here at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri.

Looking at the weather, we started off with some much-needed rain yesterday, but things are clearing out fast. Ozark Radio News notes it's shaping up to be a beautiful stretch, with highs today reaching the mid-80s and a pleasant light breeze. Sunrise was at 6:33 a.m. and sunset’s coming up around 7:45 p.m., giving you a good wide window to hit the water. No tide to worry about on this big lake, but water levels are steady thanks to the dam, and flow has been light, keeping fish on predictable patterns.

Water temps remain in the low 80s, and with the recent rain cooling off the surface, fish activity is picking up. The “dog days” of summer have had fish tucking deep during daylight, but this week’s pictures and guide chatter confirm the morning and evening bite has really come alive. If you’re out during midday, you’ll still find some action, but focus on shaded banks and deeper structure.

Bass fishing has been very good overall. According to a recent Bassmaster report, Lake of the Ozarks is holding strong with an excellent bass population—no surprise there for us locals. Lots of chunky largemouths came in this week using Texas-rigged soft plastics, especially green pumpkin and watermelon flavors. For numbers, 1- to 3-pounders are biting well, with some 5- and 6-pounders caught in brush piles and at main lake points.

Don’t overlook the offshore bite: deeper docks and brush in 15 to 25 feet of water have been prime zones, especially for larger fish. Early mornings, try a buzzbait or topwater like a Spook along shady banks or over submerged brush. When the sun gets high, pitch a black-and-blue jig down deep or switch to a Carolina rig.

Crappie anglers are finding good numbers staging over brush piles in 12 to 18 feet. Monkey milk and electric chicken-colored jigs have been the ticket, and minnows always deliver when the bite gets finicky. Some folks limited out this week, with most slabs running 10-12 inches, though a few 14-inchers were reported near the Grand Glaize Bridge.

Catfishing’s steady too, especially overnight. The best action has been with cut shad or stink bait set on channel ledges in 12 to 20 feet. Several blues in the teens came from coves near the Niangua arm, and flatheads have been caught near rocky outcrops on live sunfish.

Walleye are more of a bonus here, but after the rain, a few were caught trolling crankbaits with leadcore along main channel drop-offs in the lower lake.

For hot spots, check out:
- The brush piles off Linn Creek for crappie
- Shady boat docks on the Glaize arm for bass
- The gravel flats near Ha Ha Tonka for some solid early-morning topwater action

As for gear, top picks this week:
- For bass: Texas rigs, football jigs, buzzbaits at first light
- Crappie: 1/16 oz. jig heads with shad or chartreuse plastics, or just go old-school with minnows
- Catfish: Cut shad, nightcrawlers, or Sonny’s Super Sticky dip bait

Remember, the water’s busy, especially on these sunny weekends, so work those quieter pockets and less-pressured shorelines for your best shot at big fish.

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Lake of the Ozarks fired up another humid late August day, with sunrise at 6:29 AM and sunset at 7:53 PM. Week’s end brought those classic midsummer conditions: air temperatures nudging 87°F, evening storms building in the west, and a gentle south wind rustling docks and brush piles. Water clarity hovered around 3-5 feet in most coves, with surface temps holding steady between 82-85°F, making it just right for the hardcore and casual rods alike.

If you found yourself out around the Grand Glaize arm or the Niangua, fishing traffic was comfortable, a welcome break after last weekend’s Shootout. The bass action has been solid, according to The Bass Cast and Bassmaster, with the tournament crowd still talking about the excellent numbers coming out of deep brush and main lake points. Several local boats reported 15-20 largemouth each, with sizes running 2-5 pounds. Smallmouths have been pickier, mostly sticking to deeper bluffs and transitions, with most bites early or late, especially on cloudy stretches.

Last night’s high humidity set up a classic dusk topwater bite. Anglers at Linn Creek and PB2 hammered chunky largemouth on walking baits and buzzbaits around boat docks and rocky banks. Jack Uxa, local guide, suggests working poppers and Zara Spooks in low light, switching to a shaky head or finesse jig as the sun climbs. For daytime, deep-diving crankbaits in citrus or firetiger, and big magnum spoons, have put good fish in the boat near drop-offs and submerged brush piles. Several regulars swear by the Z-Man ChatterBait Elite—especially on grassy flats.

White bass are schooling mid-lake near the 54 bridge, breaking surface at first light. Anglers drifting with live shad and chartreuse swimbaits landed limits before 9 AM. The best results came fishing 12-18 feet down along channel swings.

Crappie bite’s been fair. Locals fishing under docks with minnows and white marabou jigs pulled up decent slabs, mostly 10-12 inches, but you have to feel out the shade—hot afternoons drive ’em tight.

No tides out here in the Ozarks, but water flow from Truman Dam can push bait into creek mouths, making evenings prime for walleye and catfish. Walleye anglers reported slow action but managed a dozen keepers jigging crawlers off the main river channel at Osage Bluff, mostly 16-18 inches. Channel cats are hitting on cut shad and Sonny’s dip bait at night—especially near the old river beds.

Best Bait and Lure Picks:
- **Bass:** Firetiger or citrus crankbaits, magnum spoons, Z-Man ChatterBait Elite, finesse jigs, walk-the-dog topwaters.
- **White Bass:** Live shad, chartreuse swimbaits, small spoons.
- **Crappie:** Minnows, white marabou jigs.
- **Catfish:** Cut shad, dip bait.
- **Walleye:** Jigged crawlers.

Hot Spots for This Weekend:
- **Niangua Arm:** Deep brush and docks, especially at first light for both bass and crappie.
- **Grand Glaize Bridge Area:** Midday action for white bass, evening catfish.
- **Osage River Channel near Osage Bluff:** Walleye and catfish bite strong around dusk.

Keep an eye on late-day thunderheads—pop-up storms have been rolling in fast, so safety comes first. The Kiwanis Duck Drop and annual Cops & Bobbers Tournament brought extra anglers, but locals report the bite’s as steady as ever if you play the light and pick your pressure points.

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Lake of the Ozarks is serving up classic June fishing conditions, and the summer bite is absolutely on fire right now. The sun rose this morning at 5:44 a.m. and will set at 8:36 p.m., giving anglers a long window to capitalize on active fish. With water temps hovering in the low 70s—around 73 degrees lately according to local guides—the fish are in prime feeding mode. The lake is sitting just below full pool thanks to recent rain and some steady current generation, which keeps the fish scattered but hungry.

Recent reports have seen tournament anglers bringing in solid weights, and folks fishing for fun are landing good numbers too. As of this week, there have been several keeper-sized largemouth bass caught, with three tipping the tape at 17 inches and one stretching to an impressive 19.5 inches. The evening tournaments have been especially productive, so don’t overlook that dusk bite.

Bass are hanging mid-depth, focusing around the mouths of creeks, secondary points, and docks set along channel swings with nearby cover. Brush piles, submerged metal, and deeper boat docks are all holding fish—key in on those current breaks and suspended structure. On some days, the fish are up chasing, while other days they’re hugging cover. Versatility in your approach is the name of the game.

For bait and tackle, small jigs (1/32 to 1/8 ounce) and minnows remain best for crappie, especially near brush piles and structure on points. Bass are biting a variety of lures—soft plastics like creature baits and worms are local favorites, but don’t sleep on crankbaits and spinnerbaits when the fish are active. Black and chartreuse patterns are pulling bites, especially when the water has a little stain from recent rains.

Catfishing is solid and should stay that way through September, with both channel and blue cats on the prowl. Nightcrawlers, cut shad, and prepared baits will all get action along flats, channel edges, and deeper holes. White bass are also fair right now—look for them busting shad on windy points and submerged islands. If you want to try your hand at walleye, try trolling bright crankbaits on steep, rocky points or humps.

Hot spots this week include the mouths of major creeks off the Niangua and Glaize Arms, and the docks along the channel swings near the 10-20 mile markers. Brush piles placed by the MDC are always worth a cast—check their website for the latest GPS coordinates.

Fish are feeding well, whether you’re casting jigs for crappie, working plastics for bass, or soaking bait for catfish. Just remember to mix up your presentation and don’t be afraid to move if the action slows down.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Ozarks fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Sunrise today was at 5:45 AM, with sunset rolling in at 8:36 PM—plenty of daylight for anglers to chase their personal bests. We’re sitting in the middle of a warm, steady summer pattern. Early mornings start off in the upper 60s and by mid-afternoon, temps climb into the mid-80s. Water temps are running in the low 70s—about 73 degrees—slower to warm up than usual this year, which is keeping fish a bit more active than your typical late June[1][2].

The fishing’s been hot, even with the lake sitting just under full pool and a touch of current generation keeping things lively. Fish have been somewhat scattered, so you’ve got to be willing to move and mix up your presentation. Most of the big tournament weights lately have come from that magic mid-depth range—secondary points, channel swing docks, and brush piles on or near deeper water. These pattern areas are holding a mix of suspended and bottom-hugging fish, so watch your electronics and adjust as needed[2][3].

Largemouth bass are the main event, and the bite’s been “on fire,” as reported by BassingBob and Casey Scanlon. Big fish are showing up, especially during evening tournaments. Early and late in the day, topwater baits like walking plugs and poppers are getting solid blowups, especially around the mouths of creeks, shallow brush, and shady docks[2][3][4]. When the sun’s high, switch to creature baits or jigs pitched around brush piles and docks, where bass are ambushing shad and bluegill. Don’t overlook a Carolina-rigged worm or deep-diving crankbait off secondary points and steeper banks.

Crappie fishing is steady. The best bite is on brush piles, particularly those on or adjacent to points. Fish small jigs—1/32 to 1/8 ounce—or minnows just above or in the brush. Most fish are running above the 9-inch minimum, and they’re thick thanks to a solid cicada and shad forage base this year[4].

Catfish are active, running strong from April through September as usual. Some big blue cats have come on cut shad, especially off deeper flats and near creek mouths. Channel cats are reliable on stink bait and nightcrawlers.

Walleye are a sleeper hit, especially if you troll crankbaits over rocky points and humps at dawn or dusk. Bright colors are key—orange, chartreuse, or white jigs tipped with minnows or grubs get it done. White bass are schooling over long points and around windy, submerged islands. Throw small swimbaits or spoons into the action when you spot a frenzy.

A couple of hot spots worth your time right now:
- The Niangua Arm, especially secondary points with brush and docks.
- The Glaize Arm, for both crappie and bass—focus on points with good structure.

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Good morning from Lake of the Ozarks, I’m Artificial Lure with your June 21, 2025 fishing report, straight from the boat ramp and docks we all know and love.

We’re looking at a muggy summer morning with sunrise right at 5:45 a.m. and sunset just after 8:40 p.m. The forecast today calls for partly cloudy skies, highs in the mid-80s, and a bit of wind rolling in from the southwest. There’s been some recent rain in the region, so the water is up a bit but clearing—perfect conditions to get out and chase some fish. No tides to worry about here in central Missouri, just focus on that current—especially when those flood gates are open; the fish are feeding hard on moving water.

Let’s talk bite: Largemouth bass are hot right now. Local anglers have reported multiple keepers over the past week, with several measured at 17 inches and one hawg tipping the tape at 19.5 inches. The bass are transitioning from late spawn to post-spawn, so they’re smashing topwater baits at first light—think Whopper Ploppers, Spooks, or a classic buzzbait. As the sun gets higher, switch to flipping soft plastics like brush hogs or jigs around docks and laydowns, particularly in 3-6 feet of water. Don’t sleep on the chatterbait if there’s a chop on the water.

Crappie remain active, especially on brush piles—check the MDC map for GPS spots or just cruise the Glaize and Niangua arms. Both black and white crappie are running above the 9-inch limit. Small jigs—1/32 to 1/8 ounce in chartreuse or pink—or live minnows are putting limits in the boat.

Catfish action is solid from sundown into the night, especially with cut shad, nightcrawlers, or stink bait. Target channel edges and points with current for the biggest blues and channels.

Don’t forget the walleye—these toothy critters are being picked up by trolling bright crankbaits along steep rocky points and humps, especially early and late in the day.

Hot spots today: try the mouths of Gravois or Little Niangua for bass early, and hit the brush piles near the Grand Glaize bridge for crappie. For catfish, anchor up in the main river channel bends near the 6-Mile Marker.

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Good morning from Lake of the Ozarks, I’m Artificial Lure with your June 21, 2025 fishing report, straight from the boat ramp and docks we all know and love.

We’re looking at a muggy summer morning with sunrise right at 5:45 a.m. and sunset just after 8:40 p.m. The forecast today calls for partly cloudy skies, highs in the mid-80s, and a bit of wind rolling in from the southwest. There’s been some recent rain in the region, so the water is up a bit but clearing—perfect conditions to get out and chase some fish. No tides to worry about here in central Missouri, just focus on that current—especially when those flood gates are open; the fish are feeding hard on moving water.

Let’s talk bite: Largemouth bass are hot right now. Local anglers have reported multiple keepers over the past week, with several measured at 17 inches and one hawg tipping the tape at 19.5 inches. The bass are transitioning from late spawn to post-spawn, so they’re smashing topwater baits at first light—think Whopper Ploppers, Spooks, or a classic buzzbait. As the sun gets higher, switch to flipping soft plastics like brush hogs or jigs around docks and laydowns, particularly in 3-6 feet of water. Don’t sleep on the chatterbait if there’s a chop on the water.

Crappie remain active, especially on brush piles—check the MDC map for GPS spots or just cruise the Glaize and Niangua arms. Both black and white crappie are running above the 9-inch limit. Small jigs—1/32 to 1/8 ounce in chartreuse or pink—or live minnows are putting limits in the boat.

Catfish action is solid from sundown into the night, especially with cut shad, nightcrawlers, or stink bait. Target channel edges and points with current for the biggest blues and channels.

Don’t forget the walleye—these toothy critters are being picked up by trolling bright crankbaits along steep rocky points and humps, especially early and late in the day.

Hot spots today: try the mouths of Gravois or Little Niangua for bass early, and hit the brush piles near the Grand Glaize bridge for crappie. For catfish, anchor up in the main river channel bends near the 6-Mile Marker.

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Good morning from Lake of the Ozarks, I’m Artificial Lure with your June 21, 2025 fishing report, straight from the boat ramp and docks we all know and love.

We’re looking at a muggy summer morning with sunrise right at 5:45 a.m. and sunset just after 8:40 p.m. The forecast today calls for partly cloudy skies, highs in the mid-80s, and a bit of wind rolling in from the southwest. There’s been some recent rain in the region, so the water is up a bit but clearing—perfect conditions to get out and chase some fish. No tides to worry about here in central Missouri, just focus on that current—especially when those flood gates are open; the fish are feeding hard on moving water.

Let’s talk bite: Largemouth bass are hot right now. Local anglers have reported multiple keepers over the past week, with several measured at 17 inches and one hawg tipping the tape at 19.5 inches. The bass are transitioning from late spawn to post-spawn, so they’re smashing topwater baits at first light—think Whopper Ploppers, Spooks, or a classic buzzbait. As the sun gets higher, switch to flipping soft plastics like brush hogs or jigs around docks and laydowns, particularly in 3-6 feet of water. Don’t sleep on the chatterbait if there’s a chop on the water.

Crappie remain active, especially on brush piles—check the MDC map for GPS spots or just cruise the Glaize and Niangua arms. Both black and white crappie are running above the 9-inch limit. Small jigs—1/32 to 1/8 ounce in chartreuse or pink—or live minnows are putting limits in the boat.

Catfish action is solid from sundown into the night, especially with cut shad, nightcrawlers, or stink bait. Target channel edges and points with current for the biggest blues and channels.

Don’t forget the walleye—these toothy critters are being picked up by trolling bright crankbaits along steep rocky points and humps, especially early and late in the day.

Hot spots today: try the mouths of Gravois or Little Niangua for bass early, and hit the brush piles near the Grand Glaize bridge for crappie. For catfish, anchor up in the main river channel bends near the 6-Mile Marker.

That’s your boots-on-the-ground report for June 21st from Lake of the Ozarks. Thanks for tuning in—be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

Good morning from Lake of the Ozarks, I’m Artificial Lure with your June 21, 2025 fishing report, straight from the boat ramp and docks we all know and love.

We’re looking at a muggy summer morning with sunrise right at 5:45 a.m. and sunset just after 8:40 p.m. The forecast today calls for partly cloudy skies, highs in the mid-80s, and a bit of wind rolling in from the southwest. There’s been some recent rain in the region, so the water is up a bit but clearing—perfect conditions to get out and chase some fish. No tides to worry about here in central Missouri, just focus on that current—especially when those flood gates are open; the fish are feeding hard on moving water.

Let’s talk bite: Largemouth bass are hot right now. Local anglers have reported multiple keepers over the past week, with several measured at 17 inches and one hawg tipping the tape at 19.5 inches. The bass are transitioning from late spawn to post-spawn, so they’re smashing topwater baits at first light—think Whopper Ploppers, Spooks, or a classic buzzbait. As the sun gets higher, switch to flipping soft plastics like brush hogs or jigs around docks and laydowns, particularly in 3-6 feet of water. Don’t sleep on the chatterbait if there’s a chop on the water.

Crappie remain active, especially on brush piles—check the MDC map for GPS spots or just cruise the Glaize and Niangua arms. Both black and white crappie are running above the 9-inch limit. Small jigs—1/32 to 1/8 ounce in chartreuse or pink—or live minnows are putting limits in the boat.

Catfish action is solid from sundown into the night, especially with cut shad, nightcrawlers, or stink bait. Target channel edges and points with current for the biggest blues and channels.

Don’t forget the walleye—these toothy critters are being picked up by trolling bright crankbaits along steep rocky points and humps, especially early and late in the day.

Hot spots today: try the mouths of Gravois or Little Niangua for bass early, and hit the brush piles near the Grand Glaize bridge for crappie. For catfish, anchor up in the main river channel bends near the 6-Mile Marker.

That’s your boots-on-the-ground report for June 21st from Lake of the Ozarks. Thanks for tuning in—be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

Good morning from Lake of the Ozarks, I’m Artificial Lure with your June 21, 2025 fishing report, straight from the boat ramp and docks we all know and love.

We’re looking at a muggy summer morning with sunrise right at 5:45 a.m. and sunset just after 8:40 p.m. The forecast today calls for partly cloudy skies, highs in the mid-80s, and a bit of wind rolling in from the southwest. There’s been some recent rain in the region, so the water is up a bit but clearing—perfect conditions to get out and chase some fish. No tides to worry about here in central Missouri, just focus on that current—especially when those flood gates are open; the fish are feeding hard on moving water.

Let’s talk bite: Largemouth bass are hot right now. Local anglers have reported multiple keepers over the past week, with several measured at 17 inches and one hawg tipping the tape at 19.5 inches. The bass are transitioning from late spawn to post-spawn, so they’re smashing topwater baits at first light—think Whopper Ploppers, Spooks, or a classic buzzbait. As the sun gets higher, switch to flipping soft plastics like brush hogs or jigs around docks and laydowns, particularly in 3-6 feet of water. Don’t sleep on the chatterbait if there’s a chop on the water.

Crappie remain active, especially on brush piles—check the MDC map for GPS spots or just cruise the Glaize and Niangua arms. Both black and white crappie are running above the 9-inch limit. Small jigs—1/32 to 1/8 ounce in chartreuse or pink—or live minnows are putting limits in the boat.

Catfish action is solid from sundown into the night, especially with cut shad, nightcrawlers, or stink bait. Target channel edges and points with current for the biggest blues and channels.

Don’t forget the walleye—these toothy critters are being picked up by trolling bright crankbaits along steep rocky points and humps, especially early and late in the day.

Hot spots today: try the mouths of Gravois or Little Niangua for bass early, and hit the brush piles near the Grand Glaize bridge for crappie. For catfish, anchor up in the main river channel bends near the 6-Mile Marker.

That’s your boots-on-the-ground report for June 21st from Lake of the Ozarks. Thanks for tuning in—be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

Good morning from Lake of the Ozarks, I’m Artificial Lure with your June 21, 2025 fishing report, straight from the boat ramp and docks we all know and love.

We’re looking at a muggy summer morning with sunrise right at 5:45 a.m. and sunset just after 8:40 p.m. The forecast today calls for partly cloudy skies, highs in the mid-80s, and a bit of wind rolling in from the southwest. There’s been some recent rain in the region, so the water is up a bit but clearing—perfect conditions to get out and chase some fish. No tides to worry about here in central Missouri, just focus on that current—especially when those flood gates are open; the fish are feeding hard on moving water.

Let’s talk bite: Largemouth bass are hot right now. Local anglers have reported multiple keepers over the past week, with several measured at 17 inches and one hawg tipping the tape at 19.5 inches. The bass are transitioning from late spawn to post-spawn, so they’re smashing topwater baits at first light—think Whopper Ploppers, Spooks, or a classic buzzbait. As the sun gets higher, switch to flipping soft plastics like brush hogs or jigs around docks and laydowns, particularly in 3-6 feet of water. Don’t sleep on the chatterbait if there’s a chop on the water.

Crappie remain active, especially on brush piles—check the MDC map for GPS spots or just cruise the Glaize and Niangua arms. Both black and white crappie are running above the 9-inch limit. Small jigs—1/32 to 1/8 ounce in chartreuse or pink—or live minnows are putting limits in the boat.

Catfish action is solid from sundown into the night, especially with cut shad, nightcrawlers, or stink bait. Target channel edges and points with current for the biggest blues and channels.

Don’t forget the walleye—these toothy critters are being picked up by trolling bright crankbaits along steep rocky points and humps, especially early and late in the day.

Hot spots today: try the mouths of Gravois or Little Niangua for bass early, and hit the brush piles near the Grand Glaize bridge for crappie. For catfish, anchor up in the main river channel bends near the 6-Mile Marker.

That’s your boots-on-the-ground report for June 21st from Lake of the Ozarks. Thanks for tuning in—be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.