Fullerton Lake near Fort Polk North: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Fullerton Lake stands in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. Height above sea level is 194 feet. Small at around 25 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. It ranks high for size among our Vernon Parish listings. For a base, Fort Polk North sits 13 miles out. Beyond it, Fort Polk South at 14 miles and New Llano at 19 miles. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Fullerton Lake

  Depth went unrecorded, which puts the reading back on you. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Records collected within a few miles name redear sunfish, warmouth and goldstripe darter. Local agencies hold the definitive list for this water. Treat Fullerton Lake as a water to read rather than to cover.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The seasonal spread runs 48°F to 82°F. Warm months push fish deep; cool months bring them back. Late winter and spring fish steadiest here. The hot months push the fishing to dawn and dusk. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Fullerton Lake. Fish feed harder before a change in weather than after it.

• Tackle & Baits

  We hold no note on access for this one. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Check locally before you travel, because a wasted drive is a long one. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. Should this one be busy, Engineer Lake is 9.6 miles off. Nothing on Fullerton Lake should be assumed from this page alone.