Catching Rock Bass

Catching Rock Bass

Because rock bass have larger mouths than other sunfish, they can
bite more aggressively and attack larger baits. When the water warms
above 50 degrees, rock bass will start feeding. They primarily feed
during the day, but in very clear lakes, they will feed throughout the
night. As they move into the shallows to spawn, they are very active.

They can be caught on worms, leeches, small minnows, spinners, jigs,
small crankbaits, some topwat er lures and most panfish lures.

When the spawn is over, fish move back to deeper water. You can
catch rock bass throughout the entire summer in 10 to 20 feet of
water. Most walleye fishermen catch rock bass trolling spinner-worm
presentations. A spinner-leech rig will produce lots of fish without you
having to re-bait your hook. It's very tough for them to get a leech off
the hook. Some bass fishermen have caught nice 2 pound rock bass
when working topwater lures around weed edges. Small rock bass
won't come up to the surface as often, but the bigger fish aren't afraid
to attack a lure on the surface.

In the fall, fishing remains good. They move into shallower water and
will bite on all the same lures that are productive during the spring and
summer time. They are truly fun to catch with light tackle and are
perfect for younger anglers learning how to fish.

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