As of November 7, 2024, the fishing scene at Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri is looking promising, especially with the transitional fall weather.

First off, let's talk about the weather. Today is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of around 62 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 45 degrees. The sunrise was at 6:43 AM, and the sunset will be at 4:53 PM.

Since Lake of the Ozarks is a freshwater lake, there are no tidal reports to consider, but water levels have been stable, which is good news for anglers.

Fish activity has been moderate, with crappie fishing starting to pick up significantly. Yesterday, anglers reported catching some decent-sized crappie, particularly in the deeper waters around submerged structures and near brush piles. Bass fishing is also active, with both largemouth and spotted bass being caught, although they are a bit more scattered.

For crappie, the best lures to use right now include small jigs tipped with minnows or crappie jigs in white or chartreuse. For bass, soft plastics like curly tail grubs and crankbaits in shad-imitating colors are working well.

In terms of bait, live minnows and shad are excellent choices for crappie, while bass are biting on soft plastics and occasionally on live bait like shad or crawdads.

Some hot spots to consider include the mid-lake area around the 50-mile marker, where there are plenty of submerged humps and drop-offs that attract both crappie and bass. Another good spot is the Grand Glaize Arm, known for its abundant brush piles and structure that hold crappie and bass.

Overall, it's a great time to be out on the water at Lake of the Ozarks, with a variety of fish species active and the fall weather making for comfortable fishing conditions.