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Lake LBJ Fishing Report – Post-Spawn Bass on Wind-Blown Vegetation & Early Topwater Bite (May 2, 2026)

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Lake LBJ is at a normal level with stained water offering roughly 2–4 feet of visibility and water temperatures around 70 degrees. Bass are positioned shallow to mid-depth, generally in 3–10 feet of water, and are relating to submerged vegetation as well as wind-blown areas. Most fish appear to be in a post-spawn phase, and wind has been a key factor in positioning bass, often grouping them up in specific areas as they follow baitfish.

Drop-shot rigged finesse worms and Neko-rigged creature baits have been producing the most consistent action when worked through vegetation and along wind-affected areas. Early in the morning, walk-the-dog style topwater baits have provided an additional opportunity before transitioning to subsurface presentations. Focusing on wind-blown stretches and thoroughly working productive areas has been key to generating consistent bites.

Big Bass Score = 2; Numbers Score = 2; Total = 4

Lake Austin Fishing Report – Shallow Flats Bite & Spawn to Post-Spawn Transition (April 28, 2026)

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Lake Austin is at a normal level with clear water offering roughly 4–6 feet of visibility and water temperatures around 72 degrees. Bass are positioned shallow, generally less than 6 feet deep, and are relating to flats with submerged vegetation. Fish are in a mix of spawning and post-spawn phases, with many grouped up in specific areas.

Drop-shot rigged finesse worms and Neko-rigged creature baits have been producing the most consistent action when worked through these shallow vegetation flats. Once fish are located, it is common to generate multiple bites from the same small area. Overall, the bite has been good, with steady action throughout the day.

Big Bass Score = 4; Numbers Score = 4; Total = 8

angler holding two largemouth bass caught on a drop shot rig on a shallow grass flat at Lake Austin
Pair of quality Lake Austin bass caught on a drop-shot rig fishing shallow grass flats during a strong post-spawn bite.

Lady Bird Lake Fishing Report – Post-Spawn Flats Bite & Transition Pattern (May 2, 2026)

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Lady Bird Lake is at a normal level with stained water offering roughly 2–4 feet of visibility and water temperatures around 71 degrees. Bass are positioned shallow to mid-depth, generally in water up to 10 feet deep, and are relating primarily to flats with submerged vegetation. Most fish appear to be in a post-spawn phase, though there are still some being found on beds. There is currently a mix of fish holding around spawning areas as well as others beginning to transition toward more offshore post-spawn locations.

Neko-rigged creature baits and drop-shot rigged finesse worms have been producing the most consistent action when worked through these vegetation-rich flats. Bass are grouped up in specific areas, and once a productive zone is located, it has been possible to generate multiple bites from the same area. Overall, the bite has been good, with consistent action throughout the day.

Big Bass Score = 2; Numbers Score = 4; Total = 6

Lady Bird Lake Fishing Report – Post-Spawn Transition & Early Shad Spawn Bite (April 24, 2026)

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Lady Bird Lake is at a normal level with clear water offering roughly 4–6 feet of visibility and water temperatures around 70 degrees. Bass are positioned both shallow and beginning to transition toward offshore post-spawn structure, with many fish still relating to submerged vegetation in and around spawning areas. The lake is largely in a post-spawn pattern, though fish remain concentrated in productive areas.

Light Texas-rigged stick worms, drop-shot rigged finesse worms, and Neko-rigged creature baits have all been producing consistent action. Capitalizing on an early morning shad spawn around hard cover and structure has been highly productive, with bass actively feeding before transitioning to slower fishing around grass later in the day. Covering water early during the shad spawn, then slowing down and working vegetation thoroughly with finesse presentations has been a productive approach.

Big Bass Score = 3; Numbers Score = 4; Total = 7

angler holding largemouth bass caught from submerged vegetation on a Texas-rigged stick worm at Lady Bird Lake
Healthy post-spawn bass caught from submerged vegetation on a light Texas-rigged stick worm during a productive Lady Bird Lake shad spawn pattern.

Lady Bird Lake Fishing Report – Chatterbait Bite & Post-Spawn Transition (April 11, 2026)

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Lady Bird Lake is at a normal level with clear water offering roughly 4–6 feet of visibility and water temperatures around 70 degrees. Bass are positioned shallow, generally less than 12 feet deep, and are relating to flats with a mix of submerged vegetation and harder bottom. Fish are in various stages of the spawn, though many of the better fish appear to be in a post-spawn phase. Bass are grouped up in specific areas, making it possible to catch multiple fish once a productive stretch is located.

Chatterbaits and drop-shot rigged finesse worms have been producing the most consistent action. Covering water with a chatterbait has been an effective way to locate active fish, and once a bite is found, slowing down and working the area more thoroughly with a drop-shot has led to additional catches. Overall fishing has been good, with a consistent bite throughout the day.

Big Bass Score = 4; Numbers Score = 3; Total = 7

Angler holding a double digit largemouth bass on Lady Bird Lake in Austin Texas with city skyline in background caught on drop shot finesse worm
Client with a double digit Lady Bird Lake bass caught on a drop-shot rigged finesse worm using 9 lb P-Line SpinX leader with the Austin skyline in the background. A new personal best.