Largemouth Bass

Excel, Alabama, nestled near the Alabama River basin, offers surprisingly good largemouth bass fishing. What makes this area unique is the combination of smaller, less-pressured lakes and ponds along with the influence of the river system itself. These backwaters and oxbows provide ideal habitat. Spring and fall are prime times, with the pre-spawn and post-spawn periods in the spring being particularly productive. For a local tip, focus on areas with submerged timber or vegetation, especially after a period of rainfall that raises water levels. These areas often hold the most active bass. Public access is limited, so research specific lake or pond regulations and access points beforehand. The bass here tend to be opportunistic feeders, so a variety of lures, from crankbaits to soft plastics, can be effective.