Largemouth Bass

For largemouth bass near Bison, Kansas, your best bet is to explore the smaller lakes and ponds scattered throughout the area. While there isn't a major reservoir immediately adjacent to town, several smaller impoundments and farm ponds offer decent bass fishing. Spring and fall are the most productive seasons, with pre-spawn and post-spawn periods in the spring being particularly good. During the heat of summer, focus on early morning or late evening fishing. Topwater lures like frogs and buzzbaits can be effective in weedy areas, while crankbaits and spinnerbaits work well along submerged structure. A local tip: many of these smaller lakes and ponds are on private property, so always obtain permission before fishing. The bass in these smaller waters can be quite aggressive, but they may not reach trophy sizes, so adjust your expectations accordingly.