Catfish are hitting anchovies close to shore. The smallmouth bass bite is best in the coves using swimbaits and shad imitation crankbaits. Striped bass are most active outside of Willow Beach and on the south end of the reservoir near the dam. Anchovies are working well for stripers in the 1- to 3-pound range. Shallow diving lures are catching the line sides outside of Cottonwood Cove.