White Bass

If you're chasing white bass in Oklahoma, Cromwell offers some surprisingly good options. The area is dotted with smaller lakes and reservoirs that are often overlooked but can hold impressive populations of these schooling fish. Prime time is undoubtedly the spring spawning run, when the whites migrate upstream into creeks and tributaries to lay their eggs. Look for them around shallow, rocky areas and near any kind of current. Another good time is the fall as the water cools and they feed aggressively to prepare for winter. A local tip: check the water levels before you head out, as some of the smaller lakes can fluctuate significantly. A simple in-line spinner or small crankbait is often all you need to entice a strike. The white bass here aren't generally huge, but their willingness to bite and the sheer numbers you can encounter make for some exciting fishing.