Southeast Bass Forecast
Weekly fishing intelligence for Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi
Water Temp
68°F
Air Temp
66°F
Report Date
2026-10-25
This Week's Outlook
Water temps are sitting at 68F across the Southeast Bass region this fall, creating comfortable conditions. Largemouth Bass and Spotted Bass fishing looks strong this week with air temps around 66F. Focus on early morning and late evening windows for the best action.
Species Breakdown
Largemouth Bass
HighLargemouth Bass are responding well to Soft Plastic Worm fished with a moderate to fast. Follow baitfish into creeks and shallow cover
Spotted Bass
HighSpotted Bass are responding well to Finesse Worm fished with a moderate to fast. Follow baitfish schools with forward-facing sonar
Crappie
HighCrappie are responding well to Tube Jig fished with a moderate to fast. Cover water in the backs of creek channels
Channel Catfish
HighChannel Catfish are responding well to Stink Bait fished with a moderate to fast. Fish feed aggressively before winter — upgrade bait size
What's Working Now
- Largemouth Bass: Texas Rig with Soft Plastic Worm
- Spotted Bass: Drop Shot with Finesse Worm
- Crappie: Jigging with Tube Jig
- Channel Catfish: Bottom Fishing with Stink Bait
Tip of the Week
Fall feeding frenzy is on. Follow the baitfish — shad and shiners are schooling up and predators are gorging before winter. Cover water quickly with moving baits.
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