1st time on Ossawinnamakee

[Coach]

1st time on the lake, not looking for specifics, just wondering where to start with depth, presentations etc. Looking for Walleyes and maybe panfish if large enough.

 

Thank in advance for any and all info.

 

[ozzie]

wish I could help ya but I never hear much on the fishing on Ossi...heard there are some nice crappies in there and supposedly a muskie or 2 but other than that I am of no use.  Good Luck to ya!!

[Coach]

Thanks Ozzie, I will report how the weekend goes, always interested in a new lake. the DNR stocks walleyes, it will be fun no matter what.

[ozzie]

I just got off the phone with a person that has a cabin on the lake and he said that after the early season it does get tough out there for walleyes as the weeds grow quick and thick. 

Anytime you can spend a weekend with family and friends on the lake it is (or should be) always fun!!  Good luck out there Coach!!!

[Coach]

Ozzie, you are correct, I will work the weed line and work the points, thanks

[Coach]

This lake is very clear and we caught several small walleyes, bass and northern, all released. The fish seemed to be best near the points, rather than other structure. Fished very early(5:00 am) and after dark. Fished shallow and deep seemed to have best results between 14-20 feet using crankbaits. The panfish were small, all released. It was a good time but I feel that with the clear water and the lake being so narrow, with the pleasure boaters, the best bet for fishing is early. THanks again Ozzie for all of your help

Good luck.

 

[ozzie]

Glad you enjoyed your time and caught fish to boot!!  Anytime you get into the Crosslake area it is a good time...at least in my opinion!! haha