Now, let’s talk about rivers. Rivers are a different beast. If you’re fishing in current, the rules change. A big rain can be your best friend. It muddies the water and washes in fresh food.
When Do Catfish Bite? Daytime vs. Nighttime Catfishing Strategies
Suddenly, it’s a buffet. Worms, bugs, and minnows get swept downstream. The catfish line up like customers at a food truck. This happens during the day too. Don’t sleep on a rainy afternoon.
Look for rising water levels. It’s like a dinner bell. Throw your bait near the bank where the dirty water hits the clear water. Thank me later.
The Dog Days of Summer (Seriously)
I know, I know. Everyone hates July and August. It’s hot. You sweat in places you didn’t know existed. But for channel cats and flatheads? This is their Super Bowl.
They move into shallow water at night. They chase shad. They chase anything that moves. The heat makes the oxygen low, but catfish don’t care. They are the tough guys of the lake.
So, pack a cooler of water, bring bug spray, and suffer through the humidity. The catfish will reward your suffering with a fight that pulls your arms out of their sockets.
