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All about fishing for smallmouth and largemouth bass in NH.

Bass fishing lures

Bass are one of the most sought after of all the game fish. Its appeal spans cultures, age groups and genders to tap on the heart strings of anglers everywhere. Visit the Bass Knowledge Center for valuable information about bass and bass fishing. Bass are available in many lakes, ponds and rivers in NH. In winter there are options for catching bass while ice fishing.

Major Bass Lakes In NH

The major lakes that have a healthy population of bass include Bow Lake, Comerford Lake, Conway Lake, Great East Lake, Lake Sunapee, Lake Wentworth, Lake Winnipesaukee, Mascoma Lake, Massabesic Lake, Merrymeeting Lake, Moore Reservoir, Newfound Lake, Ossipee Lake, Paugus Bay, Silver Lake, Squam Lake, Umbagog Lake and Winnisquam Lake.

Fishing Boats For Rent In New Hampshire

Bass In New Hampshire

Largemouth Bass

Largemouth bass

World record: 22 lbs 4 oz

State Record: 10 lbs 8 oz

Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth bass

World record: 11 lbs 15 oz

State Record: 7 lbs 14.5 oz

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Top 5 Bass Fishing Lures For New Hampshire

When bass are shallow, spinnerbaits, crankbaits and stickbaits are the most productive. As they move deeper, worms and jigs are among the top producers.

New Hampshire State Record Bass

The state record largemouth bass was caught from Potanipo Lake.

The state record smallmouth bass came from Goose Pond.

5 Pound New Hampshire Bass Caught By Dominic
Dominic Coleman's 5 lb bass.

Understanding the primary seasonal movements of smallmouth bass and largemouth bass is key to locating them on local lakes in the Granite State.

Bass fishing basics video.
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