Early Spring Pond Bass Fishing (How To Catch 'Em!)

Go Fishing March 8, 2026 2 views
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Early spring can be one of the best times of the year to catch pond bass, especially before the spawn begins. In this video I break down how I approach early spring pond bass fishing, including where bass position themselves, what conditions to look for, and the baits I use to catch them.

When the ice starts coming off ponds and the water begins to warm, bass start moving toward shallow areas, but they usually stay close to deeper water nearby. Understanding this transition period can make early spring one of the most consistent times to catch bass.

In this video I cover:

• Where bass position themselves in early spring
• How warming trends affect shallow water
• How snowmelt and current can influence fish behavior
• The moving baits I like to use before the spawn
• Retrieve styles that trigger early spring bites

BAITS

CHATTERBAIT
Hag’s Hurricane Bladed Jig – 1/2 oz paired with 4.5″ Spunk Shad

CRANKBAITS
Strike King Hybrid Hunter
Rapala DT Series

SWIMBAIT
6″ Berkley Cull Shad

SPINNERBAIT
Megabass SV 3

LIPLESS
Jackall TN70

JERKBAIT
Duo Realis SP100