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The smallmouth bass (Micropterus dolomieu) is an uncommon but prized catch in Central Texas, holding in a handful of clear, rocky reservoirs — Lake Belton, Stillhouse Hollow, Canyon Lake and O.H. Ivie. Known as the bronzeback, it fights harder than any bass its size and favors r…
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Moderate Answered by Bryan Cotter, Texas Hawgs guide · Updated Jul 12, 2026
Smallmouth Bass
The smallmouth bass (Micropterus dolomieu) is an uncommon but prized catch in Central Texas, holding in a handful of clear, rocky reservoirs — Lake Belton, Stillhouse Hollow, Canyon Lake and O.H. Ivie. Known as the bronzeback, it fights harder than any bass its size and favors rock, gravel and finesse presentations.
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