How to catch Pollack
Pollachius pollachius
Pollack are hard-pulling reef predators of the northeast Atlantic, taking lures and baits fished over rough ground and wrecks.
Where to find them
Reefs, wrecks, and rocky ground
Season
Year-round; best spring through autumn
Best baits & lures for Pollack
Drift over reefs and wrecks, letting a lure sink then retrieving up through the water column.
Timing matters as much as tackle. Baitful reads the tide stage, pressure trend, solunar windows and weather at your spot and scores the bite, so you fish Pollack when conditions line up.
Where to catch Pollack
Catching Pollack: FAQ
What's the best bait for Pollack?
Proven options include soft plastic shads, jelly worms, sandeel. Drift over reefs and wrecks, letting a lure sink then retrieving up through the water column.
When is the best time to catch Pollack?
Year-round; best spring through autumn. Day to day, moving water and low-light periods around dawn and dusk usually fish best.
Where do you find Pollack?
Look for Reefs, wrecks, and rocky ground. Anglers target them at spots like Cornwall.