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Largemouth bass fishing at Old Hickory Lake is perfect in early spring. Spinnerbaits, soft plastics and lipless crankbaits work well here.
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The daily creel limit for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 5 fish per day in any combination. The minimum size limit for largemouth bass is 15 inches. The minimum size limit for smallmouth bass is 18 inches.
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The most productive month for striped bass is May. During winter fish are usually in the lower section of the lake. Large artificial lures are good.
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The usage of jigs tipped with soft plastics or minnows in April and May is effective for white bass at Old Hickory Lake.
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Live baits are suitable for catfishing at Old Hickory Lake. Skipjack herring is the best option.
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Winter months are great for sauger fishing. Fishing from the shores with live baits such as a minnow is quite effective.
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