Smallmouth Bass Fishing

It eats pretty much the same food as the largemouth, just smaller portions. And it is without argument one of the finest game fish an angler can pursue. The thrill of the frantic runs and jumps are the source of many a fisherman's dreams.

You can catch smallmouth any time of the year. Check below for the bass lures and baits that will give you the best chance of success.

SUMMER
Recommended Baits: Small crankbaits, Jigs and plastic worms. Fish shallow in the mornings and evenings and move deeper as the sun rises. Use lures that mimic crawfish as this is a favorite food for smallmouth bass. Follow points and rocky or gravel structure deeper until you establish the proper depth.

FALL
Recommended Baits: Small jigs, small crankbaits and spoons. Fish shallow to moderate depths in the mornings and evenings. As the sun rises move deeper toward outside structure and use small spoons or jigs.

WINTER
Recommended Baits: Jigs, spoons and plastic worms. Try shallow in the mornings then move deeper as the sun rises. Smallmouth are less active in cold water, so move your bait in a slow, easy to catch manner and fish deep structure. "Deep" depends on the overall depth of the lake you are fishing. In some lakes you may need to go as deep as 60 feet while others seldom hold fish below 35 feet.

Thanks for reading.

Good fishing.

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