When to Catch Crawfish?

Crawfish are most active during the warmer months of the year, so the best time to go fishing for them is between April and October. However, it is still possible to catch crawfish during the colder months, just don't expect to find as many. Look for crawfish in freshwater lakes, ponds, and creeks.

What is the best time of day to catch crawfish?

When night crawfishing with a scoop net slows, using set nets is a sure thing. Bigger crawfish hide during the day and come out during night hours. I usually catch double and triple the amount in half the time at night. Having one-two dozen keeper crawfish per net with a five-minute soak is common in river ponds.

What is the best bait to catch crawfish?

The best bait for crawfish is fish such as shiners, herring, sunfish, pogies and gizzard shad. Some fishermen prefer to use cut up salmon heads and other oily fish they can get their hands on. You can get these from the locals easily enough or make them yourself.