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Lake of the Ozarks Fishing Report - December 4, 2025
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# Lake of the Ozarks Fishing Report – December 4, 2025
Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Lake of the Ozarks fishing report for today, Thursday, December 4th.
We're looking at a First Quarter Moon phase right now, which means we've got solid bite windows coming up. Your major feeding times are showing 6:20 AM to 8:20 AM this morning, and then again from 6:36 PM to 8:36 PM tonight. We also have minor bite windows at 1:35 PM to 3:35 PM and 11:37 PM to 1:37 AM. The lake is currently sitting about 5 feet below power pool, which is keeping things a bit tight in the shallows, so adjust your patterns accordingly.
Weather-wise, we're in that classic early winter pattern with cooler water temperatures, which means fish are feeding more aggressively. You'll want to focus on structure—docks, drop-offs, and submerged timber are where the bass are holding.
Speaking of bass, we've had solid Largemouth reports out of the park lakes in the greater St. Louis area, with anglers scoring fish on soft plastics and spinnerbaits during early morning and late afternoon periods. Dock fishing has been particularly productive, especially targeting the fronts and sides of docks where baitfish are suspending. The shad are positioned out in the middle of the pockets right now rather than tight to the bank, so adjust your presentations accordingly.
For your tackle box, bring Football Jigs—try 3/4-ounce models with creature baits tipped in chartreuse to mimic bluegill. Zoom Brush Hogs are working great, as are swim jigs. If the docks aren't producing, slow down your retrieves with natural-colored soft plastics.
For your hot spots, hit Jennings Branch Cove near Bagnell Dam—it's a reliable dock fishery. Also, spend some time working the structure around McCoy Branch Cove, where suspended bass have been responding well to jig presentations.
Thanks for tuning in to your Lake of the Ozarks fishing report! Make sure to subscribe for daily updates, and remember to check local regulations before heading out.
This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease.ai.
Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1Pn
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Lake of the Ozarks fishing report for today, Thursday, December 4th.
We're looking at a First Quarter Moon phase right now, which means we've got solid bite windows coming up. Your major feeding times are showing 6:20 AM to 8:20 AM this morning, and then again from 6:36 PM to 8:36 PM tonight. We also have minor bite windows at 1:35 PM to 3:35 PM and 11:37 PM to 1:37 AM. The lake is currently sitting about 5 feet below power pool, which is keeping things a bit tight in the shallows, so adjust your patterns accordingly.
Weather-wise, we're in that classic early winter pattern with cooler water temperatures, which means fish are feeding more aggressively. You'll want to focus on structure—docks, drop-offs, and submerged timber are where the bass are holding.
Speaking of bass, we've had solid Largemouth reports out of the park lakes in the greater St. Louis area, with anglers scoring fish on soft plastics and spinnerbaits during early morning and late afternoon periods. Dock fishing has been particularly productive, especially targeting the fronts and sides of docks where baitfish are suspending. The shad are positioned out in the middle of the pockets right now rather than tight to the bank, so adjust your presentations accordingly.
For your tackle box, bring Football Jigs—try 3/4-ounce models with creature baits tipped in chartreuse to mimic bluegill. Zoom Brush Hogs are working great, as are swim jigs. If the docks aren't producing, slow down your retrieves with natural-colored soft plastics.
For your hot spots, hit Jennings Branch Cove near Bagnell Dam—it's a reliable dock fishery. Also, spend some time working the structure around McCoy Branch Cove, where suspended bass have been responding well to jig presentations.
Thanks for tuning in to your Lake of the Ozarks fishing report! Make sure to subscribe for daily updates, and remember to check local regulations before heading out.
This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease.ai.
Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1Pn
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI