Fishing Hazel Creek Lake
AKA: Hazel Creek Reservoir
Popular Fish Species Hazel Creek Lake, MO
Muskie Fishing
Fishing for muskellunge in Hazel Creek Lake could provide a trophy fish on any given cast. Giant musky roam these waters and are aggressive eaters. Muskie fishing can bring some exciting moments to your fishing day, as big muskies are spectacular, and strong fighters. Use a strong rod in medium- to medium-heavy action, with heavy line - 20# or heavier. Because of their sharp teeth, steel leaders are highly recommended. Muskie have a big mouth so use big baits, same baits you would use for bass but in larger sizes. Topwater, spinnerbaits, crankbaits and jerkbaits all work well for hungry muskie. The best time of year to chase these big fish is Spring, and then again in Fall as the water temperature starts cooling.
White Crappie Fishing
Plenty of healthy white crappie reside in Hazel Creek Lake, as they are making a nice comeback this year. The fish population is healthy and crappie fishing is excellent. The best time to catch crappie tends to be at dawn and dusk. Crappie always like cover and structure, so locate shallow brush and vegetation in Spring and Fall focusing on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out to as deep as 30 to 35 feet, as well as ledges near channels at these depths. Live bait and small jigs are the most common method for crappie here.
Bluegill Fishing
Fishing for bluegill is a time-honored tradition at Hazel Creek Lake. Young and old, beginners and seasoned anglers alike, all enjoy catching a bunch of fat bluegill. This year, much like recent years, the bluegill population is healthy and always looking for something to eat. Bluegill fishing is as basic as fishing gets. Any pole, reasonably small line and small hooks baited with anything edible, creates the ideal setup. Add a bobber and you can set the depth you prefer the bait to position. Bluegill hang around brush, rocks, vegetation or any cover available.
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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, white crappie, bluegill, green sunfish and muskellunge at Hazel Creek Lake in Missouri.
One of the top lakes in the state for catching giant musky, Hazel Creek Lake is a 530-acre lake, in the northern part of the state, 5 miles north of Kirksville. In addition to muskie, bass, catfish and crappie thrive here in good numbers and size. Anglers can explore over a dozen miles of shoreline, much of which is accessible for fishing from the bank. A nice boat launch ramp with docks is located on the east side of the lake, about mid lake.
Primary fish species residing in Hazel Creek Lake
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Hazel Creek Lake Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NO
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Hazel Creek Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Peaceful Front Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.
Fishing Guides On Hazel Creek Lake
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Fishing License
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Lakeroad Village Park - 660 665-2228
Hazel Creek Lake MO Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Hazel Creek Lake
City of Kirksville
660 627-1225
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Hazel Creek Lake in MO
MISSOURI
Fishing for bass, catfish, crappie and muskie in northern MO.
