Detroit River
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Species
Smallmouth BassSeason
Detroit River Overview
Top Techniques Reported for Smallmouth Bass + Ice
0 reports for Ice
Other Species Reported for Detroit River
Smallmouth Bass22 Reports
Walleye10 Reports
Largemouth Bass5 Reports
White Bass1 Report
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Fishing Reports
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Species
Largemouth BassSeason
Fall
Technique
Hard Jerkbaits
Structure
Baitfish
Forage
Minnows
Species
Largemouth BassSeason
Fall
Technique
Grass Jigs
Structure
Submerged Vegetation
Forage
Bluegill
As the water temps begin to cool in early to mid fall flipping a grass jig in and around grass lines adjacent to boulder patches can be very productive. The islands in and around the lower Detroit river provide a vast amount of habitat for this pattern. A black and blue jig 3/8oz - 3/4oz with a green pumpkin chunk and just a little chartreuse die on the tips can get the big green fish really fired up. Covering lots of water is key as is fishing the jig fast to not let them get a great look at it as most bites come in the fall.
Species
Smallmouth BassSeason
Winter
Technique
Blade Baits
Structure
Rock Pile
The smallmouth have moved deep which eliminates a lot of water. Find deep rock piles in the outer realm of 20' or more. Caught a lot of big males on the metal. Enjoy
Top Fishing Techniques
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