Growing up near the ocean, I spent quite a bit of time fishing the surf, rock jetties, harbors, and on deep-sea charter boats in southern California. But one day, while exploring my neighborhood, I ...

Catch bass in any pond by selecting the right lure for all possible conditions. Like any bass angler, I love tearing across a vast reservoir in a bass boat, but I probably spend twice as much time ...

Although rock bass live in still waters, I’ve always had better luck catching them in slow-moving rocky creeks and rivers. (Find creek fishing tips in our Creek Fishing Guide.) You can catch rockies ...

Largemouth bass live nearly everywhere freshwater environments exist--49 of the 50 United States, with Alaska as the exception. They are aggressive feeders, fooled by a wide range of lures and ...

This pre-spawn smallmouth jerkbait bite happens all across the Northern U.S. and Canada with giant bass and unforgettable strikes! Here are lures, conditions, and expert tips you need to know. Bass ...

There’s no denying that smallmouth bass attract attention from anglers nationwide. From their beautiful patterns, aggressive strikes, and drag-peeling fights, it’s easy to see why. Smallmouth are ...

Starting right about now, white bass begin migrating up tributaries of our major rivers and lakes to spawn in the shoals. At ...

Largemouth and smallmouth bass are common in Pennsylvania, each with distinct characteristics and habitat preferences. Anglers can find helpful resources like lake habitat maps and fishing tips on the ...