Monticello Reservoir
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Monticello Reservoir Overview
Top Techniques Reported for Largemouth Bass + Fall
- Medium Diving Crankbaits (7'-12')1
Largemouth Bass1 Report
Smallmouth Bass1 Report
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Species
Largemouth Bass
Season
Fall
Technique
Crankbaits 7'-12'
Structure
Points
Forage
Crawfish
Water Temperature
52°
Monticello bass are grouped up on rocky points and some of the stretches of rip rap. These fish can be caught on a spro RkCrawler 55 with ease.
Species
Largemouth Bass
Season
Spring (Spawn)
Technique
Shakey Heads
Structure
Rip Rap
Forage
Bluegill
Locating bedding bass and areas of transition will yield the best results. Fish the shakey head slow and remember at any point a bass could be looking at. Fishing the rip rap scattered about the lake can be a good way produce nice bags. Points near spawning areas can also be great for catching quality bags as well. Natural and bluegill-esque themed colors will work best, but confidence is key so play around with your favorite colors
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