Medium casting rod
RodVersatile backbone for Texas reservoirs, rivers, and cover-oriented presentations.
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First Cast species profile
Guadalupe Bass
Micropterus treculii
Texas' state fish, best approached around Hill Country current, limestone ledges, shade pockets, and compact forage.
Bite estimate
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Movement & conditions
Near San Antonio, TX · change location
Movement modelling for Guadalupe Bass is on the map and the conditions screen, which cover this species from its own habitat and seasonal profile. Open the map
Predicted zones combine environmental and historical fisheries data. They do not represent live fish locations.
Movement and migration guide
No movement profile is matched to Guadalupe Bass yet — this searches the Field Guide by name.
Where to fish
Cast small baits around limestone ledges, shade pockets, riffle edges, and deeper pools.
Limestone ledgesCurrent breaksShade pocketsRiffle edgesDeep pools
Regulation card
Needs review: check current TPWD Outdoor Annual before harvesting.
Regulations: Check current TPWD rules before harvesting.
Source: TPWD Outdoor Annual 2025-2026What to throw
Craw imitation, Minnow plug, Small popper and Small swimbait around Hill Country rivers, Limestone ledges, Current breaks.
FreshwaterHill Country riversLimestone ledgesCurrent breaks
Recommended setup
6'6 to 7' light or medium spinning rod, 1000-2500 reel, 6-10 lb line.
Small swimbait
RigMatches the primary presentation anglers use for this species.
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Craw imitation
BaitKeeps the offering close to what fish are already feeding on.
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