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When faced with dirtier or stained water conditions, it’s important to adjust your approach to make the spinner more visible and appealing to the trout.
Swing Method For Faster Currents: In faster currents, use the swing method. Cast the spinner across the river and let the current carry it downstream. This mimics the movement of a baitfish, attracting the trout. Size and Flash Matter: In shallow clear water, smaller and less flashy spinners are recommended. This reduces the chances of spooking the trout.
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If I need more depth with my spinner, I keep my rod tip just above the water, and, if I want maximum depth, I actually put my rod tip below the surface when reeling in. I adjust my rod tip height to keep the spinner elevated and off the bottom and within the trout’s strike zone. A waist-high rod tip is usually good. If I am hitting the bottom with the spinner, I lift the rod tip about head height. Since trout almost always face upriver, and can’t look behind them, the downside to this option is I have witnessed trout being spooked by the lure moving closely behind them. The trout can feel or sense something is coming and since the spinner has a lot of vibration and they can’t see it, it can and does spook some trout. Clear Water Spinner Fishing Tips When trout fishing with spinners in shallower rivers or areas less than 6 feet deep, I start reeling as soon as the spinner hits the water to keep the spinner high in the water column. This approach ensures that every trout in the area has a chance to see and strike at the spinner, leaving no gaps in coverage. It also ensures the trout sees the lure in front of them since almost all trout will be facing upriver.
Simply cast the spinner across the river or lake as far as possible and retrieve it straight in with a slow and steady retrieve. You can allow the lure to sink a bit but most anglers don’t. Normally, I prefer to cover the spot from the top of the spot to the bottom of the spot so my lure gets close to each trout from above them and not below them. However, in low clear rivers, or when it’s hard to position my body upriver far enough that I can cast and not spook the fish, I will sometimes start at the bottom, or tail out of the pool and work my way up. Trout can be found near the riverbed, but it doesn’t mean that your spinner should be at the same depth. Fishing high or low in the water column depends on the river’s characteristics.Make Some Noise: If the water is very muddy, consider using a spinner with added noise, such as one with a rattle. The noise helps the trout locate and strike at the lure when their sight is compromised. Be Stealthy: Try not to spook the fish by retrieving the spinner at a slower pace. Fast-moving objects in the water can alarm the trout. So, maintain a natural and slower retrieve to increase your chances of a successful catch.
Second Cast: On the second cast, I aim for the exact same spot but this time I allow the spinner to sink 3 to 6 feet or for a duration of about 3 to 6 seconds. I then lower my rod tip to the water’s surface or slightly below to keep the lure at that level which enables me to effectively target the middle or lower part of the water column. Recommended Spinners for Trout Fishing: When selecting spinners for trout fishing, consider the following options: Blue Fox Foxtail Super Vibrax Spinner is one of my most productive trout baits and these colors are hot. Third Cast: If I haven’t had any success with the first two casts, I will cast again to the exact same spot and let the spinner sink even deeper or all the way to the bottom before starting the retrieval. Pay attention to any bites or bumps during these three casts, as they can indicate the depth at which the trout are actively feeding or holding or it can indicate the depth of the bottom.Get Closer: In these conditions, it becomes crucial to bring the spinner within a foot or two of the trout. This enhances visibility and increases the chances of a strike.
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