Largemouth Bass

De Kalb, Mississippi, offers some quieter, less-pressured largemouth bass fishing compared to the larger, more well-known lakes. While there isn't a major reservoir right in town, several smaller lakes, ponds, and creeks in the surrounding Noxubee County offer good bass fishing opportunities. Spring and fall are generally the best times to target largemouth, as they are more active in cooler water temperatures. During the spring spawn, focus on shallow coves and weed beds. In the fall, look for bass chasing baitfish in the creeks and around points. Local tip: check with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks for information on public access lakes and ponds in the area. Many of these smaller waters hold surprisingly good bass populations, and the fish tend to be less pressured than those in larger, more popular lakes. Target structure like fallen trees and lily pads for best results.