Species / Spotted Bass / Georgia
Bass
Spotted Bass Fishing in Georgia
A Southern bass of clear highland reservoirs and rivers that schools deeper than largemouth and hits small finesse baits.
Best Months: Feb to Apr, Oct to Dec
Plan by Month
Best Flies, Lures & Bait for Spotted Bass
3 picks for October.
Ned Rig 2.5 to 3 in
LureFinesse
Shop This LureDrop Shot 3 to 4 in
LureFinesse
Shop This LureWalking Topwater 4 to 5 in
LureTopwater
Shop This Lure
Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure.
Rod & Reel
Spotted Bass Setup
Spotted Bass
Spin / Cast 7 ft medium spinning rod, 2500 reel, 6 to 8 lb fluorocarbon.
Georgia
Where to Catch Spotted Bass
Georgia
Shops to Stock Up
Recommended
Gear for Spotted Bass
Soft Plastics
Yamamoto Senko 5 in
The original salted stick bait. Fish it weightless or wacky rigged.
Check PriceRod & Reel Combos
Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo
Nearly unbreakable and sensitive enough for most freshwater fishing. A safe first combo.
Check PriceRods
St. Croix Triumph Spinning Rod
A sensitive, lightweight rod for finesse plastics and jigs.
Check PriceReels
Shimano Sedona Spinning Reel
A smooth, durable reel in sizes for trout through inshore saltwater.
Check PriceReels
Pflueger President Spinning Reel
Light and smooth for its price. A favorite for finesse and panfish rods.
Check PriceLine
PowerPro Spectra Braided Line
Thin, strong braid for long casts, sensitivity, and pulling fish from cover.
Check PriceLine
Seaguar Red Label Fluorocarbon
Low-visibility fluorocarbon for leaders and clear water.
Check PriceSoft Plastics
Zoom Trick Worm
A floating finesse worm for Texas rigs, shaky heads, and Carolina rigs.
Check PriceCrankbaits
Strike King KVD 1.5 Squarebill
A shallow squarebill that deflects off wood and rock.
Check Price