Katty Loc: San Antonio, Tx.

Can any of you guys give me some good advice on night fishing is there even such a thing do fish even bite at night?

I caught a fish today well I don’t know if you’d really call it a fish lol.

Robert J Samples Loc: Round Rock, Texas

Hello Katty: You have asked a $100 question. The short answer is not only YES, but you would probably catch more, at least catfish. And the fish you caught is almost the exact right size for giant catfish. Just Sayin...RJS

D Tong Loc: San Francisco,Ca

I don’t live in Texas but there are a lot of different types of fish that actually are more active in the night catfish Striper sharks bat rays to just name a few so get out and good luck 👍

Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.

Katty, there's a guy in your state who catches a lot more than Cats at night. His name is Texas Womack

This is what he caught last week

Blackdog Loc: Round Rock, TX

ATTA Girl Katty,

You definitely caught a fish. That is a blue gill. Many people use those for bait and fish for catfish, BIG Catfish. Some people like to eat them as well. The one you caught is a good size for both.

Here in Texas people fish at night for Catfish and for Crappie.

You can fish around the lighted docks for Crappie.
Use a bobber and worm setup.

Bank fish for Catfish.
Catfish smell and use their whiskers to find bait (food).

You can also catch large Mouth Bass.
Bass are able to detect motion in the dark much like you can hear in the dark.

Personally, I enjoy crappie fishing at night the most.
More action, more fish caught when they are hitting.
They are the best tasting pan fish of the 3 in my opinion.

Good Luck,

BD

Gordon Loc: Charleston South Carolina

Like Robert said. Catfish at night is a good choice

Robert J Samples Loc: Round Rock, Texas

It is a little spooky, be extra careful and watch out for water moccassins who may also be out fishing! Just Sayin...RJS

Able Man Loc: North Coast (Cleveland, Ohio)

Do yourself a big favor and BE prepared! There are various types of "headlights" on the market... Hands free illumination of what you need both hands for is important on or near the water. One or more flashlights and/or lanterns will prove to be appreciated, as well.
Don't go alone. (Unless you're right "within earshot of" trusted individuals.) Have a fully charged cell phone with you.
Bring mosquito repellent and "Raid Wasp and Hornet Killer".
Get familiar with the whole area, during daylight hours, before fishing at night, would be a good idea.

Spiritof27 Loc: Lincoln, CA

Since you live in Texas, hopefully you carry. Be careful. No need to be scared, but don't go out there with a target on you back either. Chicken livers make great catfish bait and their cheap and readily available. Take a pair of cheapo pantyhose and cut patches, wrap the liver in one of the patches, put it on your hook. Keeps the liver on better. Got an oriental market there in San Antonio? Try to get some fresh mackerel, chunk that up and use it as bait. Smelly and bloody and oily - great catfish bait.

MGWTEX10 Loc: Hilton Head Island

Nighttime can be fantastic for fishing, both in fresh water and salt water... especially if you can find a location with lights. The lights attract bugs and/or bait fish and crustaceans, which then attract game fish. Another Advantage about the night is it will definitely be less crowded. Better to go with a friend at night and pick a place that is safe. If your saltwater fishing, then the tide really dictates when the fish feed. I like an incoming tide especially if I'm on the beach or a pier. If I'm using a boat then I just want the water to be moving, which keeps it oxygenated, and makes it easier for predator fish to ambush Bait fish. Now if you're fishing freshwater oh, then the two best times are obviously early in the morning and at dusk leading into overnight. This is especially true when the temperature is hot during the summer months. As was mentioned before, catfish especially like feeding at night oh, just like sharks do in saltwater. You can catch some big fish at night for sure. Go get them, good luck and tight lines.

Grizzly 17 Loc: South central Pa

You can keep them RJ. I had enough trouble with the commen watersnake when night fishing. Them n the eels

bpicinc Loc: Zwolle, LA. Toledo Bend

I love night fishing for bass on Toledo Bend.

Barnacles Loc: Northern California

Katty, you'll have a lot of fun catching the fish that work the night shift! They're out there!

If you'll be fishing from a boat, consider hanging a submersible light over the side.

Anybass Loc: Pa.

My dad and I when grammar/high school years, did a lot of night fishing for bass. Most times very successful. And you will know by the amount of surface activity being generated. Since not running a motor, we did not have running lights. Probably a good idea to do so anyway. As others have commented, know the lake first so don't get disoriented or run into obstructions. Keep life vest on not just near. Organize all your tackle so not fumbling around. Bring the repellent. A piece is always good for protection in these crazy times. Keep a strong flash light on your person. In my 30s, fishing alone in a row boat one night, between a small island and the shore about 40 yards away, I heard a motor start up on the lake. It began getting closer and suddenly could see it heading for my boat. My flashlight was at opposite end of boat and all I could do is stand up and begin waving my arms frantically. Finally the guy must have seen my silhouette and swerved just yards away as I headed for the deck and his wash. Too close for comfort in fairly deep water. Lesson learned, running lights and flashlight handy.
A tip for night fishing. Since obviously dark even when get your night vision, difficult to see all the weed/lily pads when casting toward the shore and the weed edges. Used one of those old, wide round, large warehouse hanging type lamps, painted silver inside. Put in a 12 watt bulb and attached to a 12 volt battery. Clamped it to side of boat fishing on. It gave an almost full moon light, allowing you to see the weeds etc. and your top water lure, especially when the bass are active, breaking surface often and you are just resting your lure between movement. Hope this helps.

Katty Loc: San Antonio, Tx.

Thanks again for all of the hood advise y’all I’m starting to get burned out on all of these ponds with no fish ugh !!!