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Pro-Level Bass Fishing: Austin's Top Lakes
- Published Date: November 29, 2025
- Fishing
- Austin
- Updated Date: December 1, 2025
Summary
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Big Bass Bonanza
Full Day Bass Bonanza: Austin's Pro-Level Adventure
Get ready to chase trophy bass with the pros on Austin's top lakes. This full-day trip is tailor-made for serious anglers looking to up their game and land some monsters. You'll be out on the water for a solid 8 hours, giving you plenty of time to work different spots and techniques. Captain Randy Fesler knows these waters like the back of his hand and will put you on the fish, whether you're after Largemouth, Smallmouth, or Spotted Bass. Bring your A-game and get ready for an action-packed day of advanced bass fishing.
What to Expect on the Water
This isn't your average guided fishing trip. We're talking pro-level strategies and techniques that'll have you fishing like a tournament angler. You'll hit both Lake Travis and Lake Austin, two of the best bass fisheries in Central Texas. Captain Randy will dial you into the most productive patterns for the day, whether that's working deep structure, finessing bass off docks, or hammering the shoreline cover. The beauty of this trip is its flexibility - if one technique isn't producing, we'll switch it up until we find what the bass want. Expect to throw everything from jigs and Texas rigs to topwater and finesse presentations. By the end of the day, you'll have a whole new arsenal of bass-catching tricks up your sleeve.
Gear and Techniques
Leave your tackle box at home - we've got you covered with top-of-the-line gear that'll give you the edge on these smart Austin bass. You'll be fishing from a fully rigged bass boat, decked out with the latest electronics to help locate fish-holding structure. We're talking high-end rods, reels, and a full array of baits to match whatever the fish are keyed in on. Depending on conditions, we might start the day working deep points with football jigs, then switch to skipping wacky rigs under docks, or maybe even throw some big swimbaits for those trophy largemouth. Captain Randy will show you how to read your electronics like a pro, helping you understand what you're seeing below the surface. This isn't just a fishing trip - it's a masterclass in advanced bass tactics.
Why Anglers Keep Coming Back
Serious bass fishermen can't get enough of this trip, and for good reason. It's not just about catching fish (though we do plenty of that). It's about leveling up your skills and understanding of bass behavior. You'll learn how to break down new water, how to adjust to changing conditions throughout the day, and how to think like a pro when the bite gets tough. Plus, the chance at a true Texas lunker keeps anglers coming back year after year. There's nothing quite like the thump of a big bass crushing your lure, and on this trip, you'll have 8 full hours to make it happen.
Species You'll Want to Hook
Largemouth Bass: The crown jewel of Texas bass fishing, largemouth in Austin can grow to true trophy sizes. These bucket-mouthed predators are known for their explosive strikes and powerful fights. In the warmer months, you might find them crushing topwater lures at dawn, while cooler weather often sees them hunkered down near deep structure. A 10-pounder is always possible here, which keeps anglers coming back for more.
Smallmouth Bass: Often overlooked in favor of their largemouth cousins, Austin's smallmouth bass are a force to be reckoned with. Pound for pound, they're some of the hardest fighting fish in freshwater. These bronze bombers love rocky areas and current, so we'll target them around points and drop-offs. Their acrobatic jumps and relentless runs make them a favorite among skilled anglers.
Spotted Bass: The "in-between" bass species, spots combine the aggressive nature of smallmouth with the size potential of largemouth. They're often found in deeper water than their cousins, suspended over structure or chasing schools of baitfish. Spotted bass in Austin can reach impressive sizes, and their willingness to bite when other species shut down makes them a great target year-round.
Top Catches This Season
Austin's bass fishing has been on fire lately. We've been seeing some real tanks come out of both Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Early morning topwater action has been producing some heart-stopping blowups, with several 7+ pound largemouth falling for buzzbaits and walking baits. The midday bite has been all about working deep structure - we've had great success dragging football jigs along points and ledges, especially for those bigger smallmouth. One group last week landed over 30 bass in a day, with their biggest pushing 9 pounds. As we move into fall, we're expecting the shallow bite to really turn on as bass start chasing bait up into the creeks and coves.
Time to Book Your Spot
If you're ready to take your bass fishing to the next level, this is the trip for you. Whether you're looking to hone your skills for tournament fishing or just want to experience what it's like to fish like a pro for a day, Captain Randy will put you on the fish and show you how it's done. Remember, we're limited to just two anglers per trip to ensure you get the most out of the experience. These advanced trips book up fast, especially during prime seasons, so don't wait to lock in your date. Get in touch now, and let's start planning your ultimate Austin bass adventure. Trust me, after a day on the water with us, you'll never look at bass fishing the same way again.
Learn more about the species
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth bass are the heavyweights of the sunfish family, typically running 1-4 pounds but capable of reaching over 20. You'll find them hanging around structure in warmer, weedy areas of lakes and ponds. These ambush predators have a huge mouth (hence the name) that extends past their eye - a key identifier. Spring and fall are prime seasons, as bass move shallow to feed. Anglers love targeting largemouth for their aggressive strikes and acrobatic fights. To land a big one, try slow-rolling a spinnerbait along weed edges or flipping a jig into thick cover. My local tip? On sunny days, work topwater lures like buzzbaits early and late when bass are most active. The explosion when a largemouth smashes a surface lure is hard to beat.
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth bass are the bronzebacks of the bass world, usually weighing 2-4 pounds but known for putting up a ferocious fight. You'll find them in cooler, clearer waters with rocky bottoms - think rivers and deep, clear lakes. They're most active in spring and fall, often moving shallow to feed. Anglers prize smallies for their acrobatic leaps and hard-pulling fights. To target them, focus on current breaks, rocky points, and offshore structure. Tube jigs, ned rigs, and small crankbaits are top producers. Here's a pro tip for our local waters: when smallmouth are feeding on schools of shad, throwing a small, silver-colored swimbait can lead to some explosive strikes. And don't be surprised if you hook into a real bruiser - our lakes have been producing some trophy-sized smallmouth in recent years.
Spotted Bass
Spotted bass are the scrappy cousins of largemouth, averaging 1-3 pounds but fighting well above their weight class. Look for them in clear, flowing water with rocky or gravel bottoms - they love hanging around submerged logs and boulders. Spots are most active in spring and fall when water temps are moderate. What sets them apart are the dark spots along their belly and their connected dorsal fin. Anglers enjoy targeting spots for their aggressive nature and tendency to school up, often providing fast action. To catch them, try finesse techniques like drop-shotting or throwing small crankbaits that mimic crayfish. Here's a local secret: when the bite is tough, downsize your lures and slow your presentation. A 3-inch grub on a light jighead worked painfully slow often triggers strikes when nothing else will.
About the 21’ Skeeter bass boat
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Vehicle Guest Capacity: 2
Manufacturer Name: Yamaha
Maximum Cruising Speed: 60
Number of Engines: 1
Horsepower per Engine: 250
