Sturgeon fishing in the United States is considered among the world’s strongest, centered on large Western rivers and, Great Lakes states, where ancient sturgeon still support guided fisheries.
Based on Fishbrain community data

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According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Sturgeon.

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Lake sturgeon
Old Hickory Lake (Cumberland River)
55 in · 36 lb
White sturgeon
Old Hickory Lake (Cumberland River)
36 in · 15 lb
Lake sturgeon
Old Hickory Lake (Cumberland River)
29 in · 10 lb
Lake sturgeon
Old Hickory Lake (Cumberland River)
46 in · 21 lb


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