Best Lures for Surf smelt

4 proven picks for catching Surf smelt, grouped by lure type.

Spoon

Kastmaster Acorn Spoon
Acme
Cast far and retrieve quickly.
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Dick Nite Spoons
Dick Nite Spoons
Small and lightweight for casting far.
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Soft Plastic

All Soft Plastic →

Crappie Magnet
Leland Lures
White or chartreuse colors are effective.
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Jig

Buzz Bomb Jig
Gibbs Delta Tackle
Effective vertical jigging near beaches.
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