How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Clinton, United States ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Clinton, United States offers anglers access to productive lakes, rivers, and reservoirs that consistently produce bass, crappie, catfish, and panfish. From boat and kayak fishing to bank access and dam tailraces, the Clinton area is packed with diverse fishing opportunities for both beginner and advanced anglers looking to pattern fish year-round. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:365,218 kmProximity:95 %
Moon Phases for Clinton
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major Time:05:13 am - 07:13 am
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minor Time:12:43 pm - 02:43 pm
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major Time:05:33 pm - 07:33 pm
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minor Time:10:24 pm - 12:24 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Clinton
Fishing around Clinton, United States centers on a mix of reservoirs, rivers, creeks, and smaller neighborhood waters that hold healthy populations of bass, crappie, catfish, and panfish. The key to consistent success here is understanding how seasonal changes push fish between shallow coves, main-lake structure, and flowing water, then matching your presentation to the specific habitat you’re targeting.
Spring is prime time for bass and crappie in the Clinton area. As water temps climb into the 50s and low 60s, focus on protected coves, flooded bushes, and gently sloping banks. For largemouth and spotted bass, work shallow-cover with spinnerbaits, square-bill crankbaits, and Texas-rigged soft plastics. Slow-roll along the first drop outside spawning pockets early, then move shallower as the day warms. Crappie stack around brush, laydowns, docks, and riprap; 1/16–1/8 oz jigs tipped with small plastics or minnows under a slip float excel. Pay attention to water color—bright/chartreuse in stained water and natural shad or pearl in clearer sections.
During summer, fish in larger lakes and reservoirs push to deeper structure, while early and late in the day can still produce shallow bites. Bass often relate to main-lake points, humps, channel swings, and submerged timber. Deep-diving crankbaits, Carolina-rigged worms, and football jigs dragged along rock transitions are top producers. When the sun is high, vertical presentations with spoons or drop-shots over bait balls can be deadly, especially for white bass, hybrids, and the occasional walleye or sauger. Night fishing for channel and blue catfish becomes very effective: set up on main-lake points, flats adjacent to channels, or below dams with cut shad, chicken liver, or prepared baits.
Fall brings baitfish migrations into creeks and coves, and nearly every species follows. Bass, white bass, and hybrids blitz shad in the backs of pockets and along wind-blown banks. Keep moving until you find life—diving birds, surface activity, or heavy sonar returns. Lipless crankbaits, small swimbaits, and medium-diving crankbaits in shad patterns are staples. Crappie slide back to mid-depth brush and standing timber; count your jig down to specific depths shown on electronics and hold it still with subtle shakes. Catfish patrol edges of channels and flats; drifting or slow-trolling cut bait across contour changes helps you cover water efficiently.
In winter, fishing slows but can be very predictable. Bass and walleye group tightly around steep rock, bluff walls, and main-river channel bends. Jigs, blade baits, and jerkbaits fished slowly are key—long pauses and subtle movements often outproduce aggressive retrieves. Crappie bunch into schools over deeper brush piles and along bridge pilings; use light line, small jigs, and a vertical approach. Catfish hold in deeper holes and along channel edges; anchor above the hole and fan-cast multiple baits to locate the school.
Habitat-wise, focus on three primary zones: shallow cover (weeds, laydowns, docks) for spring and low-light periods; mid-depth structure (points, riprap, brush) for transitional fish; and deep structure (ledges, channels, humps) in the heat of summer and cold of winter. Local rivers and tailraces add another dimension—current seams, eddies, and behind rock piles are prime spots for bass, drum, catfish, and the occasional walleye. Jigs, small crankbaits, and live bait drifted just off bottom are go-to river options.
To maximize success around Clinton, keep your gear simple but versatile: medium and medium-heavy spinning or casting outfits, 8–15 lb mono or fluoro for most applications, and 20–50 lb braid for heavy cover or catfish. Watch water temperature, clarity, and wind direction; these three factors consistently dictate where fish position and how aggressively they’ll feed. By matching your depth, speed, and lure profile to those conditions, you can stay on fish throughout the year in the Clinton area.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Clinton area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Clinton. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Dollar Branch - 2.34500731864km , Royal Mill Branch - 2.77455935991km , Williams Old Mill Branch - 4.68646756313km , White Oak Swamp - 4.90658408694km , Fox Lake Dam - 5.10541472498km , Mill Run - 8.94468971427km , Rowan Branch - 9.79453387946km , Gilmore Swamp - 9.81119771244km , Lake Artesia - 10.9265159077km , Best Pond Dam - 11.32676795744km , Rocky Marsh Creek - 13.25539024424km , Bridge Branch - 13.29166771386km , Marsh Swamp - 13.44214597267km , Peters Branch - 14.03320646745km , Hoe Swamp - 14.13611245846km , Buckhorn Creek - 14.2025081384km , Upper Jb Williams Pond Dam - 14.83220259739km , Bearskin Swamp - 14.93173573854km , Old Mill Swamp - 15.19695109868km , Laurel Lake Dam - 15.30880497291km , Stewarts Creek - 15.56125412171km , Merkle Swamp - 16.24275667736km , Lockamy Mill Branch - 16.64960324796km , Clifton Branch - 16.77600268013km , Derose Pond Dam - 16.8050398909km , Bakers Branch - 17.24500736269km , Rye Swamp - 17.28377444233km , Quewhiffle Creek - 17.67667753028km , Mathis Mill Branch - 17.959142692km , Johnson Mill Race - 17.97779390734km , Matthew Pond Dam - 18.21619923739km , Robinson Mill Branch - 18.26976446903km , Spearmans Mill Creek - 18.64025913723km , McPhail Branch - 18.68518845401km , Little Coharie Creek - 18.71987610241km , Carltons Mill Run - 18.72466119377km , Buckhall Creek - 18.92289202275km , Ward Swamp - 19.28122583627km , Millers Creek - 19.31272444264km , Sikes Mill Run - 19.32975127981km
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