Lake Hartwell
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Season
Lake Hartwell Overview
Top Techniques Reported for Largemouth Bass + Spring
- Wacky Rigs6
- Hard Topwater (Walking)4
- Medium Diving Crankbaits (7'-12')4
- Shakey Heads4
- Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)4
Largemouth Bass49 Reports
Spotted Bass16 Reports
Crappie1 Report
Panfish / Bluegill1 Report
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Fishing Reports
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Species
Largemouth Bass
Season
Spring (Pre-Spawn)
Technique
Bladed Jigs
Structure
Docks
Species
Largemouth Bass
Season
Spring (Post-Spawn)
Technique
Wacky Rigs
Structure
Stumps
A good way to get a kicker bite in the post spawn is to run shallow cover in the back ends of creeks with a methiolate or bubble gum floating worm. Subtle twitches will cause it to dart from side to side; enticing big ones to bite.
Species
Spotted Bass
Season
Spring (Post-Spawn)
Technique
Hard Jerkbaits
Structure
Docks
Forage
Shad
Water Temperature
60°
Windy points and pockets 10-15ft of water.
Top Fishing Techniques
for Largemouth Bass + SpringChoose from techniques based on Lake Hartwell fishing reports.