Largemouth Bass

Mableton, Georgia, while close to Atlanta, offers some surprisingly decent largemouth bass fishing if you know where to look. While not a renowned bass fishing destination, local lakes like Noses Creek Reservoir and nearby sections of the Chattahoochee River can produce. Targeting these bass is best in the spring and fall, when the water temperatures are moderate, and the fish are actively feeding. The spawn in early spring can be particularly productive. Focus your efforts around submerged timber, docks, and any shoreline vegetation you can find. A local tip is to launch from the boat ramp at Noses Creek Reservoir early in the morning to beat the crowds and get the bass before they get pressured. The bass in this area tend to be fairly pressured, so downsizing your presentation and using finesse techniques can often be the key to success. Consider using soft plastics like worms or creature baits rigged weedless to avoid snags in the heavy cover.