Thread: Lake time

That depends on which lake I go to, as most are at least 1.5hrs drive to get to ... plus it makes a difference if it's a day trip or night trip. Generally speaking it's 8hrs average "fishing". But, my situation is a little different than most, seeing as how I live in an apt complex. I have to remove everything that can't be locked up & bring it into the (2nd floor) apt, and of course load everything in the boat before going to the lake. Counting loading the boat, driving to the lake, fishing, driving home, & then unloading the boat ... that can be a 14hr trip, all things considered.
If I can't get at least 6hrs fishing time in, I usually don't go.

I can be in the TN river in about 5 minutes, the Cumberland and Ohio in 10 minutes. It takes me about 15-20 minutes to get to Lake Barkley or KY lake, I normally fish 6-7 hours.

It really amazes me how out of 100 views you 2 are the only ones who fish on the water. I am seeing this trend more lately. People want to read but not participate.

Originally Posted by silverside

It really amazes me how out of 100 views you 2 are the only ones who fish on the water. I am seeing this trend more lately. People want to read but not participate.

I tried fishing in the yard one time, didn't get a bite and people passing by on the road slowed down and gave strange looks.

Sorry, I couldn't help myself, please carry on.

Sometimes just a quick glance during the day or evening. I try to come back if I have something to add. I sometimes only get a couple of hours of fishing in. I try to go several times a week and I'm within 5 minutes of probably 10 ramps here on Barkley.

Originally Posted by justinp61

I tried fishing in the yard one time, didn't get a bite and people passing by on the road slowed down and gave strange looks.

Sorry, I couldn't help myself, please carry on.

Bet you save lures

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Two and a half to maybe Four hours on a lake actual time. Drive time is usually another 30-45 minutes each way plus putting in and taking out.

I fish 3-4 times a week this time of year. Most spots are within a 1/2 hour drive from the house. Actual fishing time is about four hours each trip. Since I fish from shore or wade there is some walking to my spots, usually have 2-3 miles on my smart watch by the time my trip is finished.