Overview
White bass run up Ohio’s rivers in spring to spawn, providing fast and furious fishing. The Maumee, Sandusky, and Muskingum rivers are top white bass destinations. On inland reservoirs they school up and chase shad on the surface in summer.
White Bass
Morone chrysops
Schooling fish that provide fast action on Ohio's larger reservoirs.
Size Limit
None
Daily Bag
30
Season
Year-round
State Record
4 lbs 2 oz
Lake Erie (1983)
Best Months to Fish
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
What to Use
Live Bait & Natural
minnowsnightcrawlers
Lures & Artificials
small jigscrankbaitsinline spinnersspoons
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Plan Your White Bass Trip
Find lakes, guides, and bait shops for your next white bass fishing trip in Ohio.
Explore Lakes Find a Guide Bait & TackleRegulations shown are statewide defaults. Some waters have special regulations — always check the current Ohio DNR regulations before fishing. An Ohio fishing license is required for ages 16+.