Largemouth Bass
A popular sport fish known for the distinctive dark stripe along its sides. Prized by recreational anglers.
Quick answer
Where to catch Largemouth Bass in Stardew Valley
Catch Largemouth Bass at Mountain Lake during Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM in any weather. It sells for 100g at normal quality and 200g when smoked.
Mountain Lake
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM, any weather
100g base, 200g iridium
80g Roe -> 160g Aged Roe
Spinner or Barbed Hook
Keep only if needed for bundles, gifts, cooking, or ponds
Is Largemouth Bass worth keeping?
Keep Largemouth Bass if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Largemouth Bass when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Largemouth Bass Fish Pond can produce Roe, but output depends on pond population and daily rolls. Formula value: 80g Roe, then 160g Aged Roe.
Where & When to Find Largemouth Bass
Location
- Mountain Lake
Common in the mountain lake throughout most of the year.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 50
MediumModerate challenge
Mixed Behavior
Unpredictable movement that alternates between different patterns. Requires adaptability.
Tip: Stay centered and react to changes. Don't commit too heavily to one direction.
Expert Tips for Largemouth Bass
One of the most accessible fish in the game. Great for beginners and available year-round.
Recommended Tackle
Spinner
Faster bite rate
Best for: Farming XP quickly
Barbed Hook
Clinging to fish
Best for: Smooth/mixed behavior fish
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 100g |
| Silver | 125g |
| Gold | 150g |
| Iridium | 200g |
Smoked Fish Value
The Fish Smoker uses 1 Coal and doubles the fish sell price while preserving quality. Fisher or Angler changes the fish value first; Artisan then increases the smoked product.
| Input Quality | Fish Value | Smoked Value |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | 100g | 200g |
| Silver | 125g | 250g |
| Gold | 150g | 300g |
| Iridium | 200g | 400g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Largemouth Bass
- Crispy Bass recipe
- Sashimi
- Fish pond
Did You Know?
Bass fishing is one of the most popular recreational fishing activities in North America.