Abstract: The jigging pole of the present invention includes a tapered and curved, stiffly resilient rod shank having a handle at one end and integral line guide defined by an aperture formed at an angle of approximately 45.degree. through the opposite tip end. The rod shank is pre-formed with the tip end curved such that the fishing line extends vertically downward when the pole handle is held in an approximately horizontal position. Such construction provides a compact jigging pole which readily transmits the forces applied to the fishing line to the fisherman to provide a better feel of the line as well as improved jigging action utilizing the handle.