Knott Lake, Missouri: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Knott Lake sits within Carroll County in Missouri. Height above sea level is 787 feet. The whole thing is a single swim; walk it in a minute. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Carroll County. Carrollton is the closest place, 7.1 miles off. East Independence is the closest city, 48 miles away. There is no boundary nearby to worry about.

• Where to Fish on Knott Lake

  No published figure covers depth, so learn it as you fish. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. County-wide records name green sunfish, bluegill, channel catfish and common carp. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. The near bank of Knott Lake is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The year swings from about 26°F in January to roughly 77°F in July. Spring and autumn are the strongest, but nothing is truly closed. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. It holds true on Knott Lake more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  Our records carry no access rule either way. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Where access is informal, keep it that way by behaving. A polite question at the farm gate opens more banks than anything else. If the gate is shut, Anderson Lake at 2 miles is the nearest alternative. For Knott Lake, the notice at the access point is the final word.