Thread: Potomac River Crappie

I have never fished the Potomac for crappie but understand they start to stack up come JAN/FEB. Any help of what area to look at and techniques this time of year.

I used to fish the upper end of Mattowomen cr. in winter and did good around a beaver lodge and some other wood structure. Capt. mike on here would be the one that would know the most about main river crappie as he guides there.

Swan Creek is hot right now..

It is a big area but look for the area just before the marina. It is boat only since bank fisherman trashed the area.

Capt Mike

Capt Mike
Thanks!

Originally Posted by captmikestarrett

Swan Creek is hot right now..

It is a big area but look for the area just before the marina. It is boat only since bank fisherman trashed the area.

Capt Mike

is swan creek in dumfries VA?

I believe Swan Creek is just east of the 301 Bridge where it crosses the Potomac. North (MD) side.

38.722534, -77.020919

Google map this address.

Capt Mike

I'm new to this site and to Crappie fishing in general. I've been to a few lakes in Columbia for Crappie but can't find them at the moment even w/the surprisingly warm temperatures lately. Are there any spots open to shore fisherman in Jan/Feb that have been known to be productive or do I pretty much have to wait until April for the higher water temps? Anything in Montgomery/Howard county or along the Potomac would be great but I'd venture further out if I knew it would be productive. If anyone can help point me in the right direction, it will be much appreciated! (also would up for some Yellow Perch fishing should Crappie be kinda unrealistic for now)

Hi if u can let me know if u catch crappie in the potomac and if u r ever in Rockville md we have a nice lake alot of big crappie.

Originally Posted by Robert1

Hi if u can let me know if u catch crappie in the potomac and if u r ever in Rockville md we have a nice lake alot of big crappie.

Will do as soon as I get out..