Figuring Out the Right Depth to Fish for Trout

Having trouble figuring out what depth to fish for trout at? It's common knowledge that trout like cool water. This means that when the water's surface gets too hot (like it does in the summer months), trout will head for deeper cooler water.

So if you want to catch them, you'll have to fish deep. But figuring out the right depth can be tricky - and often frustrating!

Remember that trout have a few basic needs. And their primary concern is being comfortable. This means they will gravitate towards water that is within their ideal temperature range (50 - 68 degrees Fahrenheit) and is well oxygenated (so they can breathe). Once these two needs are met, they'll also gravitate to the area that provides a food source.

So when fishing for trout in deep water, you'll want to keep this simple rule in mind: look for water that is cool, oxygenated, and has a food source.

While knowing this information is important, it can still be tricky to figure out at what depth these conditions exist. And the only sure way to know the precise the depth to fish is to use a fish finder (one that gives you depth information).

Without a fish finder, the only other thing you can do is to experiment through trial and error. Knowing what trout need (cool, oxygenated water and a food source) will help you to start fishing the right area (especially if you know the body of water you're fishing well.

Once you've dropped your line in a "likely" area where you hope to find trout, experiment with various depths. The easiest way to do this is to let your line go deep and then wait a few minutes. If you don't get any nibbles, then reel in a little line and wait again. Keep repeating the process until you can find the right depth.

If you still can't figure out the right the depth through the process described above, it you may be in spot where trout aren't. In that case, you need to try again at a new location.

One more trout fishing tip to remember, is that if you're fishing in a lake, trout tend to frequently hang out near the dam when the weather is hot. That's because there is usually deeper cooler water there along with plenty of dissolved oxygen and food sources.

For more tips on catching trout, check out the "Trout Fishing Tips" eBook.