Largemouth Bass

Brentwood, Maryland, while primarily urban, provides surprisingly good largemouth bass fishing in nearby lakes and reservoirs. These smaller bodies of water, often overlooked, can hold some real lunkers. Spring and fall are generally the most productive times, as bass move into shallower water to spawn or feed aggressively before winter. Focus on areas with vegetation, docks, and other structure. Many of these smaller lakes have limited access, so be sure to research public access points beforehand. A local's secret is to target the early morning or late evening hours when bass are most active. The bass in these waters tend to be opportunistic feeders, so a variety of lures, from crankbaits to soft plastics, can be effective. Don't be afraid to experiment to find what they're hitting on a given day.