Summer days are always hot and unbearable, but when night falls, it brings quiet and cool nights, sparkling waters, and the expectations of anglers for the best night fishing equipment. Although we cannot change the atmosphere and water conditions at night, our night fishing lights can definitely be your right-hand man for night fishing. We have professional designs and high-quality products to help you clearly observe the float in the dark and prevent you from missing fish signals due to lighting problems. For your convenience, we have carefully prepared the following introduction and purchase guide for night fishing lights to help you create a perfect night fishing lighting solution.

Step 1: Location! Choose the right night fishing place

The first step of night fishing is to figure out what kind of fish you want to catch, where you can catch this kind of fish, what the water environment is like, and whether the place is safe. This is the most important step before night fishing because it will determine your night fishing results tonight.

Understand the habits of fish

First, you need to clearly understand the different activity areas and habits of different types of fish at night. For example, carp and crucian carp like to forage at the bottom of the water, usually in deep water, relatively gentle currents and places with obstacles, such as near bridge piers and beside water plants; while catfish and yellow catfish prefer to look for food in shallow water areas near the shore, in stone crevices or under tree roots. Therefore, choosing the appropriate night fishing location according to the habits of the target fish species can increase the probability of catching fish.

Observe the water environment carefully

Secondly, observe the water environment so that you can judge whether the water area is convenient for fishing and whether the fish will hide there.
·Water depth
Generally speaking, the water depth of about 1.5 meters to 3 meters is the ideal depth for night fishing. Such a water depth will not make the fish feel unsafe because it is too shallow, nor will it be too deep to make it difficult for light to penetrate, affecting the observation of the float. Of course, the specific water depth needs to be adjusted according to different fish species and water conditions.
·Water flow
Choose a place with relatively gentle water flow for night fishing, so that the bait can stay in the water more easily and attract fish to come for food. At the same time, the gentle water flow is also convenient for observing the movement of the float, and it is not easy to have inaccurate float signals due to too fast water flow. However, for some fish species that like to move in flowing water, such as horse mouth fish, you can choose to fish at night in places with slightly faster water flow.
·Obstacles
Obstacles in the water, such as bridge piers, water plants, stones, etc., are often places where fish like to hide and forage. These obstacles can provide cover for fish and make them feel safe. At the same time, they will also attract some plankton and small fish and shrimp to gather, providing a rich source of food for big fish. Therefore, when choosing a place for night fishing, you can give priority to these places with obstacles.

Choose a fishing spot, safety first!

Now when you are sure that the water environment is fine, you need to consider whether this location is safe enough, and you can ensure your own safety while enjoying night fishing.
· Flat terrain
You need to choose a flat and open place as a night fishing place, so as to avoid accidents such as falls or sprains when walking at night. At the same time, the flat terrain is also convenient for placing fishing gear and performing other operations, which improves the comfort of night fishing.
· Stay away from dangerous areas
You need to pay attention to stay away from dangerous areas such as high-voltage wires, steep shores, deep ditches, etc. to ensure your own safety. Before night fishing, it is best to carefully observe the surrounding environment to understand whether there are potential dangerous factors and take corresponding preventive measures.
· Convenient transportation
You also need to choose a night fishing place with convenient transportation, so that you can get medical treatment or help in time when you encounter an emergency at night. In addition, places with convenient transportation are also convenient for carrying and transporting fishing gear, and can also reduce unnecessary trouble.

Step 2: Selection! Choose your night fishing light

Now that you have found a place with corresponding fish and safe, suitable for night fishing, it is time to start choosing the right night fishing light. As mentioned before, different fish activities are in different places, and we need to choose night fishing lights with different performances according to the water environment and our own needs.

·Brightness and range

The brightness of night fishing lights is measured in lumens. The higher the brightness, the wider and clearer the illumination range, but too high brightness may scare the fish. Generally speaking, you can choose a night fishing light with a brightness between 100-300 lumens, which can meet the needs of most night fishing scenes. But if you often fish at night in a darker environment, or need a longer illumination distance, you can choose a night fishing light with higher brightness, but too high brightness may scare the fish. When using it, you need to adjust the brightness according to the actual situation.
In choosing a night fishing light, range is also an important indicator, which determines how far you can see the float clearly. The range of a general night fishing light is about 20-50 meters. If you often fish at night in large waters, it is recommended to choose a night fishing light with a longer range so that you can better observe the movement of the float.

·Color and light type

Our common night fishing lights are white, yellow, blue and purple. White light has high brightness and can clearly illuminate the surrounding environment, but it is easy to scare fish; yellow light is soft and less irritating to fish, which is suitable for night fishing; blue light and purple light have strong penetration, which can better observe the float in turbid water, but it should be noted that long-term use may cause certain damage to your eyes.
There are two main types of light for night fishing lights: spotlight and diffuse light. The spotlight type night fishing light has concentrated light and a long range, which is suitable for observing the float in the distance; the diffuse light type night fishing light has soft light and a wide range of illumination, which is suitable for you to observe the float and the surrounding environment at a close distance. Some night fishing lights also have the function of adjusting the light type, which is more convenient and flexible to use.

·Battery life and material quality, is it durable?

Now that you have determined the lighting effect you need, you need to consider the battery life and quality of the night fishing light. The battery types of night fishing lights include lead-acid batteries, lithium batteries and dry batteries. Lithium batteries are light, fast charging but expensive, lead-acid batteries have large capacity but heavy, and dry batteries are convenient but have short battery life. A battery life of 8-20 hours is more practical, and you should choose the right one based on the length of time you spend fishing at night. In terms of material, plastic shells are light but not durable, aluminum alloy shells have good heat dissipation and are durable, and stainless steel shells are waterproof but heavy. At the same time, you should pay attention to quality issues such as workmanship, waterproofness, and shockproofness. If your night fishing light is not waterproof, it is easy to malfunction in rainy or humid environments.

Step 3: Installation! Adjust the light angle

Now that you have selected the night fishing lights that suit your needs, it’s time to install them! Choose a suitable location to install the night fishing lights. This location should be able to evenly illuminate your fishing spot while avoiding direct exposure to your eyes. Therefore, it is a good choice to install the night fishing light above or to the side of the fishing rod to ensure that the light covers the water surface without interfering with your vision.


·Installation bracket

Most night fishing lights come with a dedicated bracket or clamp for fixing to a fishing rod or other support. Choose the appropriate installation method according to your fishing tackle and the type of night fishing light. Make sure the bracket is stable and can withstand the influence of wind or other external forces to avoid accidents during fishing.

·Adjust the angle of light

After installing the night fishing light, it is crucial to adjust the angle of the light. The ideal light angle should be able to directly illuminate the fishing point while avoiding reflections on the water surface that affect your vision. By adjusting the angle of the lamp head or the entire bracket, the best lighting effect can be achieved.

·Additional tips for night fishing lights

You can also adjust it like this when using night fishing lights.
Method 1: Flat illumination method, that is, put the light as flat as possible to make it flat on the water surface, and you can see the float.
Method 2: Flat blocking method, just to confuse the fish, insert some branches or weeds in front of the light, so that the light is close to nature.
Method 3: Low light method, that is, adjust the light with gear to a weaker gear. If you don’t have it, you can find an empty beverage bottle and put it in front of the light to filter the light, so that it looks much softer.

Now that you have browsed our complete guide, do you know how to choose the night fishing light that suits you? When night falls and the lake is as dark as ink, this is your unique moment. If you have questions at any time or need to find LED lighting, we are always ready to help you.