Productive Lures for Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Here are some of the most commonly used and productive lures for smallmouth bass fishing. While smallmouth bass can be caught on a variety of lures, the lures listed below represent some of the more commonly used lures that have proven themselves as productive over the years.

Productive Lures for Smallmouth Bass Fishing - Crankbaits

Crankbaits are one of the most commonly used lures for smallmouth bass. From crayfish patterns to minnows, the crankbait is the go to lure for many smallmouth fishermen and fisherwomen.

Productive Lures for Smallmouth Bass Fishing - Soft Plastics

Soft plastics come in a variety of patterns that will produce smallmouth bass but crayfish imitations and worms are probably two of the best. Tube baits are another soft plastic lure type that is popular with anglers pursuing smallmouth bass. Soft plastics are generally the most inexpensive lures.

Productive Lures for Smallmouth Bass Fishing - Spinnerbaits

Spinnerbaits are great for bouncing off of structure as well as bounced along river and lake bottoms. While not snag proof, spinnerbaits do not snag as easily as other lures making them an ideal lure for exploring new water and for inexperienced anglers.

Productive Lures for Smallmouth Bass Fishing - Inline Spinners

The old fashioned inline spinner can be fished in many different ways including: slowly, quickly, allowed to fall to the bottom or quickly retrieved to keep it shallow. Inline spinners are also inexpensive and easily made at home from purchased kits.

Productive Lures for Smallmouth Bass Fishing - Spoons

Spoons are useful for getting to smallmouth bass suspended in deep water as well as for vertical jigging near submerged structure.

Productive Lures for Smallmouth Bass Fishing - Topwater Lures

At the right times, topwater lures can be very productive for smallmouth bass. Whether the lure is an old wood popper or a modern stickbait, topwater lures are great when smallmouths are spotted hitting the top or when fishing over shallow areas.

Productive Lures for Smallmouth Bass Fishing - Jigs

Jigs can be used in a number of ways to catch smallmouth bass. From hair jigs to jigs tipped with curly tail grubs, all will catch smallmouth at different times. Jigs can be fished horizontally or vertically depending on their design making them very useful in many fishing conditions.