Some Things You May Not Know About Luring Fish In The Night

Night fishing is becoming more and more popular recently, and for good reason.

Not only do you get cooler temperatures, less competition and congestion for the best areas, but there are also many more opportunities for bigger catches.

When it comes to night fishing, do you need special bait?

Yes and no. Depending on where you go, you may need to adjust the colors of your lures and plastics. In general, many fishermen like to use heavier tackle at night because it is easier to 'feel' the lure. Also, by using stronger equipment, it will be easier to land the bigger fish you will come across at night.

Here are a few lures you may want to try next time you are out at night:

- Hair or rubber jigs - 3/8 ounce or heavier
- Spinnerbaits.
- Poppers and wobblers topwater lures.
- Plastic worms.

We have found when using topwater lures, our best success is with black and deep purple lures. For other lures, we have the best luck with dark, non-black colors (red/purple/brown).

Of course, you will need to test various lure colors at your favorite fishing spot. Not all colors work at all times and at all places. Just take a handful of different colors with you until you see the one that works best where you are.

As obvious as that sounds, you would be surprised at the people who "read somewhere" that black lures work best at night for example, so that's all they pack for their trip. If they come home empty handed, they blame the person who gave them the advice. That is why it is a good idea to listen to others for advice, but also use a little common sense at the same time.

Another quick tip since we are talking about lures...

Single hook lures are usually a good idea to prevent tangles when fumbling around with rods and reels in the darkness.

Daniel Eggertsen is a long time fishermen, as well as President and Founder of Evening Secret Fishing - (http://www.eveningsecretfish ing.com/specialsecret/night-bait.php)

In The News:


pen paper and inkwell


cat break through


The Fish Dont Care What You Wear

The fish don't care what you wear.... Read More

A Simple Way To Identify and Catch The Big One in River!

River dry fly fishing considered as the purest form of... Read More

I Gave A Brand New Rod And Reel To An Alligator For Free

One day a friend and I decided to go fishing... Read More

Fishing Equipment Tips

Cheap SinkersSpark plugs make excellent disposable sinkers. Need some cheap... Read More

Butterfly Jigs Create Buzz with American Fishermen

A big buzz within the fishing community that is spreading... Read More

Techniques and Tactics For Nymphing

Just like dry fly fishing, there are many, many ways... Read More

Where To Find 10 Fly Fishing Tips In A Single Paragraph

When looking for information on how to fly fish, fly... Read More

Selecting the Right Tackle

One of the most important things to consider when fly... Read More

Fishing The Henrys Fork.... First Test

All the books written on fly fishing all mention the... Read More

Tastes Like Chicken!

For the most part, I am an advocate for catch... Read More

Bass Fishing Tips

3 Lures You Must HaveDo you know what the top... Read More

Choosing Steelhead Gear

Steelhead GearLike many things in fly fishing you can ask... Read More

Breeding Crayfish

In the text below I shall try to give a... Read More

Finding and Catching Fish has Never Been Easier With the Garmin 250 Fish Finder

The Garmin Fishfinder 250 is Garmin's latest addition to their... Read More

Fly Fishing for Saltwater Salmon with Surface Flies

One of the greatest thrills in Pacific Northwest fly fishing... Read More

Fishing Grubs, The React Lure for all Seasons

One of the most versatile of all lures, the grub... Read More

Trout Fishing Techniques

One of the most popular trout fishing techniques is called... Read More

Colorado Fly Fishing ? Bait Huckin vs. Fly Fishin

It was one of those fishing trips. You know, everyone... Read More

There Is Bass In The Grass

Did you ever plan that fishing trip to the big... Read More

Fishing Alaska: The Alaskan Sampler Plate...Part I

I just recently returned from my first fishing trip to... Read More

A Big Fish Story

Ketchikan, located in southeast Alaska, is a good place to... Read More

Catch Your Limit With These Fishing Supplies

Great fishing supplies are an essential when it comes to... Read More

Tarpon Fishing and Catching The Elusive Silver King - Megalops Atlanticus

If you have ever had the priviledge of hooking up... Read More

Bass Fishing - Recreation or Obsession?

First of all, we need to look at the word... Read More

Spinnerbait Tactics That Work

How many fish have you missed?It is said you could... Read More

Why Water Skiing and Fishing Dont Mix

With the fourth of July weekend freshly behind us, I... Read More

Night Boat Fishing Checklist

Boat Fishing At Night ChecklistHere is an easy checklist of... Read More

Successful Fishing: The Mysterious e Factor.....

Successful Fishing: The mysterious "e" Factor.There has always been a... Read More

Its Raining... Time to Go Fishing!

Ah, fishing in the rain. You may not like the... Read More

The Hendrickson Mayfly

Mayflies are essential to trout fly fishing. There are still... Read More

Do Fish See in Color

Fish do indeed perceive color. Every fly fisher knows that... Read More

Surf Fishing The Outer Banks of North Carolina

My first experience surf fishing was with my father on... Read More

Why Do I Fish?

As part of an email discussion list I'm part of,... Read More