Fishing Lake Cammack

AKA: Cammack Lake

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Lake Cammack, NC

Popular Fish Species Lake Cammack, NC

Crappie Fishing

Crappie anglers can fish for both black crappie and white crappie at Lake Cammack. These two species tend to school separately. However, once located around cover, you may catch both species, as they often use the same cover. For best results when fishing for crappie, light line and small hooks are key, especially when fishing live or prepared baits. Crappie jigs are also productive her in a wide variety of colors. This is a good place to catch quantities of nice, fat slabs. Crappie fishing can be found in varying size schools, hanging around brush, vegetation, wood or other cover. Using a fish finder any time of year can help locate these crappie schools, which tend to stack vertically around cover. Live bait and small jigs are the most common method for crappie here. In spring and fall focus on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out deep, as well as find ledges near channels, especially areas with brush or timber in deeper water. The best time to catch crappie tends to be at dawn and dusk.

Lake Cammack Popular Fish - Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass Fishing

Lake Cammack is a popular bass tournament lake. Weekend and tournament anglers find the fishing to be slow at times, yet pretty good at other times. Fishing for bass can be quite rewarding, with an occasional bass over 4 pounds being caught. Bass often move shallow and become aggressive when they are in a feeding mood. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap. Around grass, use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In deeper water, drop shot rigs, big worms, jigs and spoons are good options. In winter, spend your time fishing deeper structure where the bass spend much of their time.

Bluegill Fishing

Fishing for bluegill is a time-honored tradition at Lake Cammack. 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, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, striped bass and hybrid striped bass at Lake Cammack in North Carolina.

Lake Cammack Fishing Video

Come enjoy the fishing at Lake Cammack, an 800 acres-acre lake in the north-central part of the state. Boat ramps and a marina are open to the public. There is a lake fee for both fishing and boat launching. With over 50 miles of shoreline, there is plenty of areas for fishing from the bank. Nearby the marina is a handicapped-accessible fishing pier. The lake is populated with bass, catfish, crappie, bream and stripers. Occasional bass fishing tournaments are held here.

Lake Cammack, located in Caswell County, North Carolina, is a scenic destination that offers fantastic fishing opportunities for anglers of all skill levels. This 2,400-acre reservoir is renowned for its diverse fish species and serene natural surroundings, making it a popular spot for fishing, boating, and camping.

One of the main attractions of Lake Cammack is its excellent largemouth bass fishing. The lake is known for producing trophy-sized bass. The lake's submerged brush, timber, and rocky areas, provide ideal hiding spots for bass. Anglers can use a variety of techniques such as topwater lures, plastic worms, or spinnerbaits to entice the bass into striking.

Lake Cammack is also home to other popular fish species, including crappie, catfish, and bream. Crappie, both black and white, can be found around the lake's submerged structures and brush piles. Anglers can target crappie using jigs, live minnows, or small crankbaits. Catfish, such as channel catfish and blue catfish, can be caught using cut bait, stinkbaits, or live worms near the lake's bottom structures. Bream, including bluegill and redear sunfish, provide enjoyable fishing opportunities for anglers, especially those using lightweight tackle and live bait.

Lake Cammack in North Carolina offers anglers a wonderful fishing experience with its abundance of largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and bream. Whether you're a bass angler, crappie enthusiast, or catfish lover, Lake Cammack provides opportunity for a memorable fishing trip!

Primary fish species residing in Lake Cammack

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Lake Cammack Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NO
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY

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Marinas

Lake Cammack Park & Marina
4790 Union Ridge Rd
Burlington, NC 27217
336 421-3872

Boating is a popular activity on Lake Cammack, and anglers can take advantage of the lake's boat ramps and marina facilities. Whether you prefer a motorized boat, kayak, or canoe, the lake offers ample space for boating and exploring its various coves and channels. Boaters should be mindful of the lake's no-wake zones and adhere to all boating regulations for safety and preservation of the environment.

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Lake Cammack Park & Marina
This is a small, multi-lane, concrete boat launch ramp. It has primitive parking and docks. It is located on the east side of the road, at the end of Cammack Road.

Fishing Guides On Lake Cammack

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Fishing License

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Camping facilities are available near Lake Cammack, providing anglers with the opportunity to extend their fishing trip and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. Whether you prefer tent camping or RV camping, there are options to suit different preferences and needs. Camping by the lake provides the opportunity to fish at your campsite.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

There are no campgrounds or RV parks in the area.