Fishing on the Desnogorsk reservoir (photos are given in the following sections) is one of the best entertainment for residents of the Smolensk region. The reservoir literally attracts lovers of outdoor activities and excitement from all over Russia, and a huge number of tourist bases allows you to easily find a place to sleep. Also an important factor is a good bite, which is provided due to the large stocks of fish resources of the Desna.
Varieties of freshwater inhabitants
Desnogorsk Reservoir is an artificial reservoir located in the European part of Russia on the Desna River. This cooling pond, with a mirror area of about 44 square kilometers, has become home to millions of underwater inhabitants who are waiting to be caught. Perhaps, there are almost all species of fish that are found in freshwater reservoirs of Russia, except for trout:
- rudd;
- crucian carp;
- scavenger;
- carp;
- White amur;
- perch;
- carp;
- som.
Of course, to catch especially rare species you will have to seriously try to find a habitat, acquire good gear, and choose a high-quality bait. However, even a novice fisherman is unlikely to leave here empty-handed. Local underwater inhabitants are almost always in search of food and actively peck even at the simplest bait.
Features of fishing in the winter season
Winter fishing at the Desnogorsk Reservoir is the most popular and promising activity that attracts tourists from all over Russia. The ice fishing season opens around mid-December, when the pond freezes completely.
For fishing in the Desnogorsk reservoir in winter you will have to prepare properly. Firstly, you will need to get good gear - the bottom fishing rod will work best. Secondly, you will need to drill a hole in a suitable place where other fishermen will not interfere with you.
As for the bait, it depends on the species of underwater inhabitant that the fisherman plans to catch. Most people go in the winter for a pike or perch, biting off hooks of fish meat, earthworm, or any emitting bait (lure, spinner, twister, and so on).
Should I fish in the spring?
As a rule, the spring fishing season opens after the ice on the reservoir has completely melted. However, at this time of the year a good bite is not necessary. In addition, most of the fish are forbidden to be caught in the spring, as it begins to spawn. An exception can be made only by some predators that go to spawn closer to summer.
What should a fisherman decide to go for a pike or catfish in spring? First of all, the fact that fishing from the shore will bring practically no benefit. Most large predators prefer to settle at great depths, so a fan of excitement will have to use a swimming tool or spinning to throw the gear as far as possible.
Desna Summer Fishing
In the summer season, the Desnogorsk reservoir is painted in new colors, so hundreds of fishermen rush here in order to relax their soul and body. Almost any tackle is suitable for fishing in the heat:
- classic float rod;
- spinning for long casts;
- shortened bottom fishing rod.
As for the bait, it can be very diverse. If you plan to catch carp or crucian carp, bread and corn, roach or rudd, bloodworm or dung worm, will do, but you need to stock up dill to catch grass carp.
In most cases, only small fish come from the shore. However, some fishermen say that in advance (in the evening) they lured a flock of carps or catfish to the shore, after which they pulled 3-4 kilograms of fish in the morning.
Autumn fishing
Judging by the online reviews left at various thematic forums, the best time of the year for fishing on the Desnogorsk Reservoir is autumn. Why exactly her? The thing is that in stagnant water the fish begins to stock up on fat closer to winter, so the biggest catch awaits fishermen in September and October.
In autumn, you should stock up with really good gear, since the size of the caught fish is often 2 kilograms or more. It is best to give preference to spinning with a solid fishing line (at least 0.4 millimeters in diameter). Well, to capture the captured species, you will have to acquire a swimming tool, since most of them settle at great depths.
To lure a large individual, you can use special compounds with pheromones, which are recommended to be prepared independently or purchased at local tourist centers. Activators of the bite also perform quite well - special electronic devices that emit sounds of certain frequencies (something like a quail decoy or a moose from hunters).
Fishing bases
Fishing on the Desnogorsk Reservoir is an absolutely free activity, which is available for anyone. However, lovers of comfort and convenience a huge number of fishing farms offers to use their services for a certain cost:
- recreation center "Cosmos" - 1500 rubles per room with a TV and internet;
- fishing base "Cool place" - 2000 rubles per double room;
- guest house "Berth" - 3000 rubles for a guest house with all amenities.
Also, many institutions provide their customers with various additional services in the form of paid parking, cooking freshly caught fish, washing dirty clothes, relaxing in a private gazebo and so on. Fishing camps are especially popular with people who came to rest with their family.
Reviews of fishermen
If you believe the reviews, fishing on the Desnogorsk reservoir is not only exciting, but also a gambling activity. Quite often, local residents and visiting tourists catch trophy species of fish here, after which they share their impressions on the Internet and attach real photographs to the reports.
For example, you can find many reviews that tell about the history of the capture of large pike or perch and the winter season. Fishermen note that these species of fish resist quite strongly, so it’s best to use only high-quality gear and henheads to catch them.
Guests of hotels and recreation centers usually talk about the quality of service that these establishments provide. Usually everyone is happy with everything. However, sometimes there are reviews that state the low quality of services at a high cost. Therefore, it is recommended to study the site of the fishing base before booking a room in it.
But the quality of gear available for rent in local fisheries, pleased almost all customers. The same goes for swimming. Fishermen say that it’s not at all necessary to take dozens of fishing rods and a fishing boat with you. You can come light and rent everything you need on the spot.
Conclusion
As you can see, fishing on the Desnogorsk Reservoir is an excellent option for relaxing with friends or family. High-quality service of local tourist centers, huge fish stocks, good biting, picturesque landscapes - what else does a modern fisherman need for happiness? Is that a glass of strong hop drink to keep warm in the cold season or relax after a hard day.