That can be the 64000 dollar question. How deep is the lake average , water color , and time of year fished ?
Here our average depth is 3' to 12' except for creek channels. The water is usually colored pretty good. We place most of our cover close to channel drops anywhere from 3' to 10 ' water depth. We have a few shallow 3' to 6' in the back of coves for spring and fall .
Remember that if it's too thick you will stay hung. My preference is Persimmon Trees or other hardwoods with few small limbs.
Good luck .
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