Go Ugly There are many pieces of advice I have given over the years I have fished but this one will be different as it has to do with taking the visual experience you get from looking at a bait and deciding to use it. Many times we all gather baits in our tackle box... Read more » The post Go Ugly appeared first on Fish Lake Guntersville Guide Ser...

This week has been one of those weeks you hope for in March. The big bass are definitely showing up and it’s been steady for days. We’ve been catching quality fish every day — not here and there but consistent big ones. To give you an idea we’ve lost count of how many quality bass […] The post Madness of March – Week 2 Fishing Report first appeare...

Congratulations to Tucker Smith for winning the aba with 58 lbs in two days.  The freedom marine event was won with a mixed bag over 31 lbs. Guntersville is fishing great at the moment and it will improve as it warms up. The lake is very dynamic and there are groups of fish in several depth zones. There are numbers of 4 lb fish in the grass....

Tips for Fishing in the Wind It’s a common fact that windy days generally cause issues for most fishermen it’s uncomfortable tough on your equipment and aggravating when the wind causes casting issues. The good news is the wind generally helps the fishing and activates the entire water column as it moves the bass near... Read more » The post Tips...

Lake Guntersville is still fishing strong despite some cold nights and chilly winds. These conditions haven’t slowed down the bass much; while they may pause after a cold front they quickly bounce back and are still biting hard. Grass fishing has been key lately and the right bait in the right grass depth can make […] The post Madness Of March Beg...

114 bags over 20 lbs were weighed in during the anglers choice tournament last week. This place is loaded with 3-7 pound fish. Easy to catch they are not. Basically there are 3 patterns going right now. 365 days a year there is a scoping bite at guntersville. Right now the arig is really hot and big ones love it. The shallow bite is improving but...

Location is Everything As we are quickly progressing into springtime fishing a few things change the fisherman’s thought process; the first and most important is location. “Fish where the fish are.” You just cannot be successful in the in the spring unless you understand the factors that move fish to certain locations especially the bigger... Read...

It was minus 2 wind chill last week and 80 degrees this week. The water is fluctuating and the current is flowing strong. A full moon is approaching and the bass are moving fast. If you try to do what you did last year or last week it's not going to end well. These fish are moving fast and all the normal areas that produce have seen fish come...

The Power of Learning As we progress into spring and see the weather change its time to renew your ability to make change become a better fisherman and never stop learning from the day before.  One way to do this is to widen your skill base and become efficient with baits you have never been... Read more » The post The Power of Learning appeared f...

Guntersville is healthy and the big ones are biting. Saturday's BFL produced 31 limits of 5 bass over 20lbs. The grass is getting green, days longer and the bass at guntersville are feeding up for the spawn. As the weather stabilizes next week with consistent warm temperatures this lake is going to be unreal. Each group of fish has positioned...

This week on Lake Guntersville the weather has been challenging with heavy rainfall and high winds. Tuesday and Tuesday night saw over 4 inches of rain followed by gusty winds on Wednesday. The current picked up as the lake began to recede shifting from 594 to 595.30 by Thursday. By Saturday morning the water level […] The post Guntersville Bass F...

Fishing grass beds on Lake Guntersville is a skill that can significantly enhance your success on the water. For those who have honed this technique it becomes second nature — knowing when to expect a bite and sensing the subtle movements of the bait through the grass. Whether you’re casting a crankbait or working a […] The post Mastering Fishing...

Keys to High Water Fishing As is always the case in the spring here in North Alabama we get tons of rain causing the rivers to rise creating lots of muddy water unprecedented current and forcing you to adjust your fishing style as the bass move in these conditions. This can be intimidating if you... Read more » The post Keys to High Water Fishing...

Extreme cold followed by above average temperatures then heavy rain has the bass on the move. This last week I did 5 guide trips and we landed 122 bass. It's NOT easy. Each day we had to move and adjust and switch baits to get dialed in. Now the rains are here. Guntersville unlike most lakes can withstand heavy rain and keep fishable clarity....

What Is Spring Bass Fishing on Lake Guntersville? The spring bass season at Lake Guntersville is one of the most exciting times for bass anglers. As the water warms up bass begin moving into shallow areas making it the perfect time to target big bass. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler this guide […] The post Spring Bass Fishing at...

Key to the Right Depth As we approach late winter fishing your ability to locate the correct depth will be key to you having successful late winter days on your fishery. Depth will be everything as the water temperature changes as we move through late winter into spring. There is no one key that drives... Read more » The post Keys to the Right Dep...

The warm weather has yielded outstanding fishing. I have guided everyday this week and the fish are biting better as the water warms. Monday we landed 12,Tuesday 14 and yesterday 26. Our best 5 each day has been 18-22 lbs. This spring should be outstanding based on historical data relative to the colder winter. The fish are in 3 depth zones and f...

Lake Guntersville is hands down one of the best places to bass fish in the country. If you’re looking for the best bass fishing tips to increase your chances of landing more fish you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner understanding the best techniques for each season using […] The post Best Bass Fishing...

Jerk Bait Keys As we move into winter and some of the coldest water of the winter I start to remember the success I have had fishing jerk baits over the many years they have existed. I can easily state that jerk baits have been a consistent performer of my fishing over many years especially... Read more » The post Jerk Bait Keys appeared first on...

I did 2 guide trips this week and the fishing is improving everyday. With 70s forecasted for next week excellent fishing should be here to stay. We had 2 bouts of extreme cold and it did change things. The bass did move deeper and they were harder to catch for 2-3 days however as the weather improved so did the fishing. One thing I noticed was th...

The trees are turning orange and yellow. The eagles are getting active and deer are roaming. As we head into November the water temps have cooled into the 60s and the bass are feeding. This week I did 3 guide trips and our average catch rate was 25 while the size is improving. The bass are nomadic right now not holding on structure but rather fol...

Fishing Report Month of October Lake Guntersville It was one of the best fall months I have ever been part of on Guntersville Lake. The bass began a slow transition to the fall patterns; we began the month with bass very much in the summer mode feeding on slow moving baits like Missile Bait D-Bombs.... Read more » The post Fishing Report Month of...

Lake Guntersville Fishing Report – Early November 2025 Quality Bass Rising as Water Temps Drop Fishing has been changing like the weather — up down and unpredictable. We’ve had strange bite windows lately where the fish fire for a few minutes and then completely shut down. It’s almost like they haven’t gotten the memo that […] The post Lake Gunter...

November Tips for Lake Guntersville from my Guide Boat We will see a substantial change in everything from water temperature to bait fish movement as the seasonal shift on Guntersville is upon us as we enter then month of November. There is no doubt that November can be a month to remember if you key... Read more » The post November Tips for Lake...