All About Bass Fishing - Guide To Mid-Depths With Artificial Worms

The artificial worm is one of the most productive lures ever invented. And, this mid depth range is an ideal depth for worm fishing. An artificial worm rigged Texas style can be fished in virtually any type cover and may be the most popular way of fishing for bass over the last 50 years. Today there are multiple ways to fish artificial worms, at these depths.

3 Most Important Factors About Fishing Mid-Depths With Artificial Worms

Artificial worms can be fished in mid depths exactly the same way you would fish them shallow.
Texas-style allows you to fish in and around brush in these deeper waters without getting hung up.
Drop-shot fishing allows the angler to fish for bass suspended just off the bottom.

3 Most Effective Fishing Methods

Six-inch watermelon-pepper worm is a good standard.
Vary size and style to include lizards and creature baits.
Drop-shot and Carolina-rig worms allow you to fish an area a variety of different ways.

Artificial worms should be a part of your arsenal for mid-depth bass.

You can rig an artificial worm in several ways, and the worms come in every size and color imaginable. No need to get carried away with too many sizes, styles and colors. Your tackle box should include a variety of worms from 4 inch to 10 in a small selection of dark and lighter, natural colors. For some situations like murky water you may prefer a thick bulky, darker worm. For others, like drop shot presentations in clear water a small diameter worm may work better.

Drop Shot

In mid range depths, particularly in relatively clear water, drop shot worms can be the answer – particularly in areas with little or no cover. This technique requires that you allow the bait to sit still above the bottom with little or no action. It’s presence is the appeal to bass as it appears to be easy prey.

Carolina Rig

Any time you encounter bass on flats in mid depth, the Carolina rig is a good choice. Use plenty of weight to keep in contact with the bottom while dragging the lure around by reeling, or by dragging it around with your trolling motor. Start with ¾ ounce and go as heavy as 1 ½ ounce.

Texas Style

When fishing Texas-style worms in this depth, use plenty of weight and keep the lure moving by lifting and allowing the worm to fall back into the cover or open areas. Start with 5/16 ounce and go as heavy as 5/8 ounce. This is a great lure for fishing drop offs, especially if there is cover along the drop area.

Shaky Heads

Use shaky jig heads on light line to fish clear water around docks and bridge pilings with little or no brush. Some finesse worms are designed specifically for shaky head fishing. You can rig the worm traditionally, wacky style or at a variety of angles to achieve varied actions.