Annual white bass run kicking into gear on rivers statewide
The old Lock and Dam on the Trinity River at the State Highway 7 crossing between Crockett and Centerville is a historic white bass hotspot for bank fishermen. The fishing is always best when the river is moving along at a leisurely clip and well within its banks. Access fees are required. (Courtesy Photo Lock N Dam Marina)
The 1/4 ounce Blackmore Roadrunner is a staple in white bass fishing arenas. Working the bait slow is often the key to enticing the most strikes, especially in cold water. (Photo by Matt Williams)
Shallow and medium diving crankbaits are always a good choice during the spring spawning run. Best color are crawfish or bone. (Photo by Matt Williams)
Outdoors Writer
Ready or not, it’s just about curtain time on select rivers, creeks and tributaries that connect to major reservoirs all across Texas. Depending on who you talk to, the opening act of one of Mother Nature’s greatest shows could already be underway on a waterway near you.
The show in question is the annual white bass spawning run. Late winter and early spring is when the silver-sided …
