Largemouth Bass

If you're headed to Creola, Alabama, for largemouth bass, you're likely setting your sights on the Mobile-Tensaw Delta. This sprawling network of rivers, sloughs, and backwaters is a bass paradise. Spring is prime time, as the fish move shallow to spawn, but the fall can also be productive as they fatten up for winter. Target areas with cypress trees, submerged vegetation, and any kind of structure that provides cover. Local anglers often have success with spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and soft plastics rigged Texas or Carolina style. A key to success in the Delta is understanding the tides; bass activity often increases with moving water. Consider launching from the Blakeley State Park boat ramp for good access to the Delta's eastern side. Be aware that the water can be murky, so choose lures with good vibration or bright colors.