Largemouth Bass

Centre, Alabama, is a fantastic base for largemouth bass fishing, primarily due to its proximity to Weiss Lake. Known as the 'Crappie Capital of the World,' Weiss also boasts a thriving largemouth population. The lake's shallow, weedy flats and abundant standing timber provide excellent habitat for bass. Spring is undoubtedly the best time to target largemouth here, as they move shallow to spawn. Spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and soft plastics are all effective. However, don't overlook the summer months; fishing early mornings and late evenings around deeper structure can produce quality fish. One local tip is to explore the Coosa River channel that runs through the lake. The Little River arm of Weiss Lake, accessible via several public boat ramps near Centre, is another productive area. Weiss Lake largemouth are known for their aggressive strikes and willingness to hit topwater lures, making for exciting fishing.