Rat-L-Traps and jigs in the dam area are consistent producers, Miley said. Riprap banks sometimes hold bass early on if the sun is warming these areas. If a brushpile can be found in combination with other cover, chances are you'll connect with a bass or two.

The lake's deepest point is over 30 feet at the dam. The lake averages about 15 feet throughout most of the lake. A permit from the Jasper Park and Recreation Department is required to use the lake's concrete ramp located at the west end of the lake off East-Jasper/Dubois Road.

For additional information, contact the Department of Natural Resources' (DNR) District 7 at (812) 789-2724, Jeff's Bait and Gun Shop at (812) 482-6672, or the Jasper Park and Recreation Department at (812) 482-5959.

HUNTINGBURG LAKE
"Huntingburg has always been a good lake to catch big bass from, but the numbers have gone down a bit," biologist Carnahan said. "Huntingburg's fishing has changed very little since the last survey in 2000, but it continues to be an excellent lake for big largemouths."

Gizzard shad are the main forage for bass in 188-acre Huntingburg, a fact to keep in mind when it's time to tie on your favorite lure. Silver, white and other shad-imitating crankbaits should ring the dinner bell for Huntingburg bass. If your lure looks like a shad, it stands a good chance of being hit.

The 2006 fisheries survey proved to be fairly impressive for a small lake. Thirty-nine largemouths were caught during the survey that measured up to 21 inches or longer. Thirty-one percent of the bass caught measured at least 14 inches. There were some whoppers in the mix.

Anglers will find both smaller and larger bass in the lake and should probably err on the side of using oversized baits rather than smaller ones. By mid to late spring, bass are feeding heavily and can be taken by anglers who are willing to choose their offerings wisely. Remember that the lake is a small one and many of these largemouths will have been caught before. Trying a wacky-rigged worm, a wobbling Rapala Fat Rap or a slow-rolled spinnerbait may be an approach these cautious bass aren't expecting.

Huntingburg reaches to 23 feet but averages just over 10 feet deep. This water is owned by the city of Huntingburg and a permit is required to fish the lake. Outboard motors are prohibited.

The lake is approximately a mile west of the town of Huntingburg on state Route (SR) 64 in Dubois County. The boat access is located off SR 64 on the north side of the lake. Huntingburg offers good shoreline access for bank-fishermen.

Contact District 7 at (812) 789-2724 for more information.