Then just cast it out and use a slow retrieve. Pause frequently to let the worm sink a bit. If getting right to the bottom is your aim, try a Texas or Carolina rig. Pond bass can get fat and lazy, so work your bait slow and try to cover every inch before moving on. Sometimes the bass are too fat and lazy and only big commotions will get their attention.
Spinnerbaits fit the bill. You can also cover lots of water fast which make it a good choice of bait when your fishing between tee-offs. If you are able to get on the course at dawn or dusk, then you should definitely try a popper. A largemouth is going to have a hard time resisting a popper worked slowly along the surface of calm water.
Larger or deeper ponds may call for a swim jig tipped with a plastic craw. Fish it through the weeds or grass where fish are holding tight to cover. Use a finesse jig if there is any structure in the pond.
Take your time and cover some ground. The bass may not be highly pressured but they also are not as aggressive in golf course ponds. Jigs are great for getting the hook right in their face. Not all golf courses will allow live bait but if they do, then by all means give it a try. A simple bobber setup with a live worm never fails.
Put in the leg work and with proper permission, you too may find yourself fishing premier bass waters on a golf course near you. Not all courses will allow you to fish no matter how much effort you put in. Keep asking around at all the local courses. The payoff for your efforts will be greatly rewarded! As avid anglers, Joshua and Kendle spend their days exploring the waters of the Pacific Northwest and aim to teach others the joy of fishing.
This site also participates in other affiliate programs and is compensated for referring traffic and business to these companies. Public courses vs. Private courses Access to private courses are usually reserved for members and their guests. Trade work for fishing privileges For those of you obsessed with bass fishing, working a day or two each week at a local golf course is not an unreasonable trade for gaining fishing privileges.
Play some golf and bring the rod It costs money to maintain a pristine course and fishable ponds. Other common questions Do all golf course ponds have fish Not all golf course ponds have catchable fish and you might need to ask around before you waste your time.
Is it safe to eat fish from golf course ponds It is generally not recommended to eat fish caught from golf course ponds. Do golf course ponds have fishing seasons Most private ponds on a golf course are likely open year round without restrictions set by the fish and wildlife department. Do you need a license to fish on golf courses License requirements on private or public golf courses vary from state to state.
Here are the lures that make up my golf course tackle kit: Plastic worms Plastic worms are always my first choice for small ponds. Spinnerbaits Sometimes the bass are too fat and lazy and only big commotions will get their attention. Posts: 1, Threads: 0 Joined: Jan Reputation: 0. The reservoirs aren't state parks. The boat ramps, campsites, restrooms, and facilities are the state parks. If Wasatch Mt. Quote: I ran into a guy who told crawled in on his hands and knees in the middle of the night.
Was his name Chris? I think Rockport is surrounded by the state park. Maybe East Canyon, anyway, interesting rule about the plants and animals fish are animals. The way I play golf, they certainly could say I am destroying the plants. Jazzperch1 White Sea Bass. Posts: 1, Threads: 0 Joined: Dec Reputation: 0. Paulpro Striper Bass. Posts: 1, Threads: 0 Joined: Apr Reputation: 0. Take a kid along it wont be much trouble look out for golf balls,had one land right next to me,I picked it up and threw it in the lake 10min later guy comes by asking where's my ball..
Posts: 4, Threads: 0 Joined: Mar Reputation: 0. Have you read my blog? I hear its getting worse. When ever i read your on side quote i just laugh. View a Printable Version. Linear Mode. Sneaking out on a golf course under the mask of night may be your only option. Growing up, we would sneak out at night to fish the ponds and go frog gigging. We can not tell you to trespass, but when you know the pigs are lurking in a pond, you will do what it takes to catch them.
Golf course pond fishing can be some of the most accessible yet most rewarding types of bass fishing. The chance to fish ponds that generally are not touched by the public can yield some of the largest largemouth bass you will ever catch! If you have any questions or comments, we want to hear them and answer them.
Feel free to leave us a comment below or email us at info hfdepot. Send us your biggest bass pictures to be featured on all of our social media pages. If you have another tip that can help people gain access to golf course ponds, we would love to hear them and share with our readers. Get out there and go golf course pond fishing today for your next lunker. August 16, Brock Lee. Leave a comment Comments must be approved before appearing.
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