Bank Fishing

[Cworsham60]

So when I go camping we camp a lot at lakes and things like that(mainly in the south like Georgia). But I have never had any luck fishing of the bank and docks and things like that. I was just wandering if y'all had any tips or suggestions about what I should do

[Felix77]

If the docks are pressured try to cover as much as the bank as possible.  Just make sure not to infringe on other camping spots without permission.

 

If they offer kayak rentals take advantage of it.

[boostr]

This might help.

http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/126667-bank-fishing-forum/?view=getnewpost

[HoosierHawgs]

First, start w/finesse techniques so you are not spooking the fish. Plastics like stick baits and tubes, and then to cover water use a rattleles square bill in a shad color, and a double willow leaf spinnerbait. Make your cast parallel to the bank, because when there is an absence of cover the fish will hold tight to the bank.

[EmersonFish]

One mistake a lot of people make when they bank fish at campgrounds or parks is fishing at the most accessible places. Those places get hammered by fishermen. Don't be afraid to walk a ways or crawl between some trees or bushes to get to some spots that are not fished as much. Look for little areas that have plenty of water but a boater would have a hard time getting to. If you are confined to the bank, take advantage of it, if you can. Fish early and late.

Personal pet peeve: Never fish in or even near a swimming area; even in the off season when no one is around. Broken off hooks, lures, and line in/near swimming areas is not cool. There are plenty of other, better places to fish. Not implying you do that; I'm just venting.

[Senko lover]

I wrote an article on here, "How to fish a spot from the bank," that you might find helpful. All my little tips and tricks for bank fishing.

http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/how-to-bank-fish.html