Evans Lake East near Chaffee: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Evans Lake East belongs to Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. It lies 417 feet above sea level. At roughly 3 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Most waters listed here for Cape Girardeau County are larger. The nearest place of any size is Chaffee, 5.4 miles away. The nearest city of size is St. Louis, 99 miles away. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Evans Lake East

  Our records hold no depth for this water. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Records held for Cape Girardeau County cover common carp, bluegill, longear sunfish and green sunfish. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. On Evans Lake East that means starting tight and working out.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 79°F, the coldest about 31°F. Conditions shift steadily rather than sharply. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to fish here. On Evans Lake East the same rules apply, with local timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  No public source sets out the position on this bank. Nothing built is recorded close to the bank here. For the carp, bait a margin spot and sit on it; corn and bread still work. Rules differ from one water to the next round here. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. For a change of water, Lake Tywappity is 5.1 miles distant. Signs at Evans Lake East carry more weight than any list.