Carp fishing is a popular and rewarding hobby that can be enjoyed by anglers of all levels. Here is a simple step by step guide to the best features to fish for carp fishing:

1. Overhanging Trees: These are great because they provide shade, cover, and food for carp. Carp often feed on insects, worms, and berries that fall from the trees, and also use them as hiding places from predators. Look for trees that have branches close to the water, and cast your bait under them. Be careful of snagging your line on the branches, and use a strong hook and line to pull the carp out¹.

2. Gaps Between Islands: These are another very simple feature to find, and the carp just love these spots. Carp use the gaps as routes to move between different areas of the lake, and also as ambush points to attack prey. The gaps create currents and eddies that stir up the bottom and bring food to the surface. Cast your bait near the edges of the gaps, and wait for the carp to swim by¹.

3. Humps, Indentations, and Gullies: These are more subtle features that require some exploration to find. They are variations in the depth and shape of the lakebed, and they offer carp different options to feed and rest. Humps are raised areas that attract carp because they are warmer and have more oxygen. Indentations are depressions that collect food and silt, and provide shelter for carp. Gullies are channels that connect different parts of the lake, and allow carp to move easily. You can use a marker float or a feature finder to locate these features, and cast your bait on or near them¹.

These are some of the best features to target when carp fishing, but there are many more to discover and experiment with. You can also look for weed beds, gravel patches, drop-offs, and other structures that may hold carp. The key is to observe the water, and try to think like a carp. Carp fishing is a fun and rewarding hobby that can bring you many hours of enjoyment and satisfaction. Happy fishing! 🎣.

Until next time

Richard