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Going fishing with a couple of friends to Charleston lake in 2 weeks, any help on what to expect and what to use for bass and or pike would be very helpful, thanks.. Bob

Great lake for smallies Bob. I fish there a lot. I'd work the shoals at about 15-25 feet for water. I know the die hard fisherman would be upset with me for the suggestion but live minnows work best there for both bass and pike. You may pick up the occasional laker as well at that depth this year. I know I have. I use a couple of split shots about 2/12 feet up from the hook. Try this and I guarantee you will pick up smaillies in the 3 - 5 pound range. Lots of people having luck off of flat island.

Good luck and enjoy the lake. You are going at a perfect time of year there. Everything slows right down after Labour day.

Thanks for some info. Fish with lures basically, will try some drop shot of tubes at those depths. Wondering what kind of lake it is,never been there before, is it weedy, rocky or both? Imagine its a clear lake with the depths i see on some maps. Thanks for any and all info guys. Bob

The lake is clear , deep, rocky and relatively cold compared to other area lakes.
The Outlet end of the lake has the largest area of weedy locations and flat Island.
There are about 100 island (according to the MNR)

Good luck and have fun

I have found the good ol' Husky Jerk to be a great LMB and pike lure on Charleston. Break out the deep divers.
Smallmouth will be relating to deep points and shoals. Dropshottin', shakey jigs, tubes....a fat and sassy shinner minnow.

Hope this helps,
DropShot'r

Thanks all, new to the site but see there's lots of helpful fisherman out there. Thanks for the input, tight lines.......