Fishing Spinnerbaits in Creeks for Early Fall Bass

Early fall is a great time to fish spinnerbaits in creeks for bass. The water temperature is still relatively warm, and the bass are starting to move shallow in search of food. Spinnerbaits are a versatile lure that can be fished in a variety of ways, making them a great choice for creek fishing.

Here are a few tips for fishing spinnerbaits in creeks for early fall bass:

Use a spinnerbait with a painted white or chartreuse blade. These colors are very effective at imitating shad and herring, both being a major food source for bass in the fall. If other forage fish like perch or sunfish dominate your favorite creek, adjust colors accordingly. Always carry a variety of spinnerbaits in different sizes and colors. This will allow you to adjust your presentation to the conditions.

Fish the spinnerbait around cover. Bass will often hide in cover, such as rocks, logs, and weeds, so make sure to fish a spinnerbait around these areas.

Vary your retrieve. A spinnerbait can be fished with a variety of retrieves, so experiment until you find one that is working well. Some good retrieves include a slow, steady retrieve, a retrieve with pops and pauses, and a retrieve with jerks and retrieves.

Fish the spinnerbait in shallow water. Bass will often move shallow in the fall, so make sure to fish a spinnerbait in water that is 2 to 4 feet deep. That said, never be afraid to check deeper pools and cuts by slow rolling a spinnerbait through those holes.

Take a few moments and watch the following video from the folks at Lurenet describing why spinnerbaits can be highly effective bass slayers in the early fall…