Fishing For

Smallmouth bass

4.0
(2156)
41.9K Catches
Discover everything you need to know about catching Smallmouth bass. Explore the top fishing spots, see the most effective baits used by our community of anglers, and check out the latest catches in real-time. Whether you're planning your next fishing trip or looking to improve your technique, FishAngler has all the insights you need to land your next big catch.
Average Length
3.1 in
Maximum Length
2.3 ft
Maximum Weight
11.9 lbs
Depth Range
3.3 - 23.0 ft
Temperature Range
50.0 - 85.1 ºF

Top Fishing Spots To Catch Smallmouth bass

5.0
(2)
Meddybemps Lake
Washington County, Maine
754 Catches
4.0
(76)
St. Lawrence River
45.853254, -73.282875
644 Catches
4.0
(8)
Juniata River
Blair County, Pennsylvania
408 Catches
4.0
(32)
Susquehanna River
Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
379 Catches
4.0
(11)
Juniata River
Mifflin County, Pennsylvania
331 Catches
4.0
(33)
Riviere des Prairies
Québec
329 Catches
4.0
(19)
Grand River
Waterloo, Ontario
279 Catches
4.0
(5)
Monocacy River
Frederick County, Maryland
269 Catches

Top Baits For Catching Smallmouth bass

Natural Baits by Worms Fresh Water Earthworms
4.0
(1152)
1K Catches
Natural Baits by Worms Fresh Water Night Crawlers
4.0
(1074)
979 Catches
Lures by Generic Lures Hard Baits Crankbait
4.0
(46)
274 Catches
Lures by Generic Lures Soft Baits Worm
4.0
(52)
261 Catches
Lures by Generic Lures Hard Baits Spinnerbait
4.0
(29)
191 Catches
Lures by Gary Yamamoto 5" Senko Green Pumpkin Green Purple Flake
5.0
(1)
189 Catches
Lures by Bass Pro Shops Ned Rigs 3" - 1/10 oz. - Green Pumpkin
4.0
(23)
163 Catches
Lures by Generic Lures Jigs Bass Jig
4.0
(23)
156 Catches

Recently Caught Smallmouth bass

Dani A

16 hours ago
 • 
Union County, Ohio

Smallmouth bass
5 likes

Hendrix Spacek

17 hours ago
 • 
Jefferson County, Wisconsin

First cast

Smallmouth bass
4 likes
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Lexton Catt

16 hours ago
 • 
Yamhill County, Oregon

I was blessed today!

Smallmouth bass
1
6 likes

Adrian W

17 hours ago
 • 
McHenry County, Illinois

PB

Smallmouth bass
2 lb 10 oz
5 likes

Lexton Catt

16 hours ago
 • 
Yamhill County, Oregon

The Lord blessed me with some hawgs today🤘

Smallmouth bass
1
7 likes

Stephen Mercurio

1 day ago
 • 
Oneida County, New York

Fishing with Patrick

Smallmouth bass
1 lb 2 oz
9 likes

Anton Tuccitto

1 day ago
 • 
Washington County, Minnesota

Smallmouth bass
12 likes

Tristan VanZile

21 hours ago
 • 
Stanislaus County, California

Smallmouth bass
1
8 likes
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