Bottom Fishing

Bottom fishing is probably one of the easiest methods of fishing, the technique is really simple, consisting in a rig for fishing on the bottom with a weight attached to the line, and a hook at the end of the line.
 

Bottom Fishing

Equipment required for Bottom Fishing

For bottom fishing, you will require either a simple rod and reel set up or it is even possible to complete this fishing technique with just a handline.

You will also require a sharp hook, some bait suitable for the area and most importantly a lead weight used to sink your line to the bottom of the water.

Species to target when Bottom Fishing

This technique really has no limitations on which species you can target, as long as they live or feed close to the bottom of the water.

Species such as flathead, carp, trout, flathead and many more are possible in either fresh or saltwater areas.

Best Places to try Bottom Fishing

You can use this method in almost any body of water around the world as long as you know there are fish species that feed close to the bottom of the water. 

Try this technique in dams, lakes, rivers or even the ocean. It is also possible to complete from a boat or while fishing on land.

Best Bottom Fishing Fishing Charters

Pura Pesca Rodman 1250

Algeciras, Strait of Gibraltar (Spain)

41,01 ft 41,01 ft 10
From 625€
Deposit non-refundable

Aventuras

Cancún, Cancun (Mexico)

33,00 ft 33,00 ft 8
From 686€
Deposit non-refundable

Boca Raton Fishing Charters

Calheta, Madeira (Portugal)

32,15 ft 32,15 ft 4
From 600€
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice

Sea Lady

Quepos (Costa Rica)

32,81 ft 32,81 ft 4
From 1230€
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice

Nguru

Al Baraka House, Zanzibar ()

40,00 ft 40,00 ft 10
From 2082€
Deposit non-refundable

Sampei I

Quartu Sant'Elena, Cagliari, Sardinia (Italy)

30,18 ft 30,18 ft 4
From 1200€
Deposit non-refundable

Felicia

Agios Nikolaos, (Greece)

31,00 ft 31,00 ft 6
From 700€
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

Isabella

Nuevo Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta (Mexico)

42,65 ft 42,65 ft 15
From 738€
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice

Sella

Villaviciosa, Asturias (Spain)

22,97 ft 22,97 ft 6
From 300€
Deposit non-refundable