Deer Point Lake

Anglers should always take caution when navigating through northern sections of the lake (Econfina and Cedar Creek) due to the many snags and stumps. During the winter, bass are often more active in the mornings on the western side of the lake (where the sun warms the water first) and move to the eastern shoreline during the afternoon. Fishing with crankbaits and rattletraps in the river channels of Bear, Cedar, and Econfina Creeks offer the best chance at success during this slow period, as does Bayou George. Largemouth Bass fishing should pick up during mid-February and March. Bass tend to spawn or congregate in areas warmed by the sun first and then in Econfina Creek last. Spring bass anglers should target shallow weedy areas of the lake and stumps and snags with artificial worms and lizards.

Redear Sunfish (shellcracker) and Bluegill fishing should be fair during the winter and pickup in the spring. Try fishing the weed-lines and brush throughout the lake. The best baits include beetlespins, worms, and crickets. Deer Point also offers excellent crappie fishing during the winter months. Try fishing with live minnows on a jig head in the deep river channels in Bayou George and Cedar Creek as well as around the HWY 2301 bridge in Bear Creek. Catfish can be found in Bear Creek and in the deep waters by the dam using chicken livers and worms as bait.