469 | Springtime River Smallmouth Fishing Secrets Revealed with Jeff Little

Episode 469 of the Fishing the DMV podcast, hosted by Thomas Arens, titled "469 | Springtime River Smallmouth Fishing Secrets Revealed with Jeff Little" was published on March 17, 2026 and runs 81 minutes.

March 17, 2026 ·81m · Fishing the DMV

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Summary

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re joined by legendary kayak angler and river smallmouth expert Jeff Little to break down everything you need to know about springtime river smallmouth bass fishing in the Mid-Atlantic. Jeff shares his deep knowledge of pre-spawn smallmouth bass behavior, how rising spring water temperatures influence feeding patterns, and where anglers should look to find fish as they move from wintering holes into staging areas and spawning habitat. We also dive into h...

Episode Description

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re joined by legendary kayak angler and river smallmouth expert Jeff Little to break down everything you need to know about springtime river smallmouth bass fishing in the Mid-Atlantic.

Jeff shares his deep knowledge of pre-spawn smallmouth bass behavior, how rising spring water temperatures influence feeding patterns, and where anglers should look to find fish as they move from wintering holes into staging areas and spawning habitat. We also dive into how different river bottoms—rock, gravel, ledge, and current seams—affect smallmouth spawning and holding areas throughout the spring season.

The conversation covers several iconic Mid-Atlantic smallmouth fisheries, including the Upper Potomac River, Susquehanna River, Shenandoah River, and even the often overlooked Upper Rappahannock River, which is quietly becoming a productive smallmouth fishery. Jeff explains how river flow, structure, and current breaks influence where bass position during the pre-spawn and spawn, and how anglers can adjust their tactics to consistently catch river smallmouth this time of year.

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