[VIDEO] Cody Huff’s Night Fishing Secrets for Big Bass

Night fishing offers a unique thrill — calm water, cooler temperatures, and bass that feed aggressively under the moonlight. Professional angler Cody Huff shares his favorite after-dark tactics, revealing how simple lure changes and light adjustments can make all the difference when the sun goes down.

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Bait Choices That Trigger Strikes

Huff keeps his night fishing arsenal straightforward but effective. His go-to bait is a spinnerbait. The single rattle blade and bulky trailer create a strong vibration that bass can detect even in low light. He pairs it with fluorescent line and a black light for visibility — an old-school but highly effective setup. When conditions calm down, Huff switches gears and throws a vibrating jig. This excels when fish are tight to shallow cover on still nights.

Color and Moonlight Strategy

Color selection plays a huge role at night. Huff avoids the assumption that dark colors always work best. When the moon is bright, he leans toward natural tones like green pumpkin with a touch of chartreuse. On darker nights, he reverts to black and blue shades that create stronger silhouettes. He keeps it simple with a football jig and soft plastics. Both excel around brush piles, rock, and main-lake points where bass feed during summer nights.

Staying Consistent and Productive

Huff emphasizes that structure and patience matter most. He targets brush and rock near deep water, keeping baits close to cover and letting the fish dictate whether they prefer a jig or soft plastic. With the right gear, lighting, and mindset, night fishing can produce some of the most rewarding bites of the year.