How to Fish Black Bass

About black bass fishing many things are discussed. Hundreds of techniques, myths and other "tips" circulate by word of mouth, through groups and networks, that supposedly can help you attract and fish this species.

Whether this is true or not is really beside the point, the important thing is to point out that precisely all this comes to light because of how attractive and interesting the practice of Sport hunting of this specimen.

For black bass fishing, Region of Madrid has very attractive areas that present a very good presence of this superb fish. If you are interested in starting to test your skills near the capital with this specimen with a green back and a white belly, which is very attractive to raise your level and skills, keep reading this interesting installment.

Where to Fish Black Bass in Madrid
Where to Fish Black Bass in Madrid

Winter Black Bass Fishing

This isn't the best for getting good basses, but nonetheless we can also find them in the deepest areas.  However, we can tempt the black bass to come to the surface when the sun is a little hotter and thus facilitate a catch.

Unlike what happens in autumn, it will be necessary to resort to slightly smaller lures such as vinyls or the same jigs, opting for more neutral colors, nothing flashy, this because their system slows down and they may not be interested in these bulky pieces.

Where to Fish Black Bass in Madrid

There are many areas with greater or lesser presence of black bass in the rivers, reservoirs and basins near the Spanish capital, which are recommended for this practice. Let's highlight some of the ones that we think are most interesting for you to visit. Let's see:

Valmayor Reservoir

Very close to the capital, it is a perfect setting for practicing sport fishing. It has a diverse biodiversity, this is very likely due to the richness of its waters, considered one of the best for the development of multiple species, including the black bass.

This area has very good access points and fishing. The recommendation is to seek to preserve the environment and its waters as much as possible, since the area is controlled by the Federation of Fishing and Casting.  

Distance from Madrid: about 45 kilometers approximately 50 minutes away from the capital.

Riosequillo Reservoir

In this swamp-type reservoir, we have the possibility of fishing for black bass but not the return of the same, that is to say that the practice of fishing is not merely in sports, this is due to the large population of these specimens. This place could be considered as a natural pool, for the same reason it is an area with a great attraction for the visit of families and hikers.

Distance from Madrid: a little more than 80 kilometers, almost an hour away from the capital.

Old Bridges Reservoir

An ideal area to isolate yourself from everyday life and the hectic of the capital but without completely getting away from it. It enjoys shallow waters that allow good fishing without the need for great effort. Although carp are much more numerous in this reservoir, the presence of large specimens of black bass also stands out.

That is for the kind of black bass, unlike the carp or carpine,s the practice required is of “catch and release”This is precisely because it is a protected species in this sector.

Distance from Madrid: about 77 km; that is, almost an hour's journey from the capital to the sector.

As you can see, if your challenge is to test your mastery by catching one of these coveted fish, you don't have to go far for this. As always: Very good fishing!

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