Species / White Bass / Texas
Bass
White Bass Fishing in Texas
A schooling temperate bass that makes spring runs up reservoir tributaries and chases shad in summer. Fast action and good eating.
Best Months: Mar to Apr, Jun to Aug
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Best Flies, Lures & Bait for White Bass
Nothing specific listed for October. Try a neighboring month.
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Rod & Reel
White Bass Setup
White Bass
Fly 9 ft 6 wt rod, floating or intermediate line, Clousers and small baitfish flies.
Spin / Cast 6.5 ft medium-light spinning rod, 2500 reel, 6 to 8 lb line.
Texas
Where to Catch White Bass
Lakes & Reservoirs · Texas
Lake Travis
Long Edwards Plateau reservoir through the Hill Country, with white bass runs in spring.
Largemouth Bass · White Bass
Lakes & Reservoirs · Texas
Sam Rayburn Reservoir
Big East Texas bass lake and the largest lake entirely within Texas.
Largemouth Bass · White Bass · Crappie
Texas
Shops to Stock Up
Acaa. fresh/saltwater fishing tackle stop.
San Antonio, Texas
3999 SWLOOP-410 @ OLD PEARSAL RDEXIT
Recommended
Gear for White Bass
Crankbaits
Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap
The classic lipless rattling crankbait for flats and schooling fish.
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Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Combo
Nearly unbreakable and sensitive enough for most freshwater fishing. A safe first combo.
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Bobby Garland Baby Shad Crappie Jigs
A go-to crappie plastic on a light jighead, under a float or vertical.
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Mepps Aglia Inline Spinner
A classic spinner for trout, bass, and salmon in moving water.
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Acme Kastmaster Spoon
A dense spoon that casts a mile and flutters on the fall.
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