Category Freshwater Fish Reports

Bullards Bar is delivering fair results, but with world-record spotted bass lurking, it’s worth the effort. Stick to Senkos, dart heads, and shakyheads for consistent bites, or throw big swimbaits if you’re hunting trophies. Trolling for trout and kokanee can…

Collins Lake is seeing better action for bass, with swimbaits, Senkos, and tubes doing the trick. Trout fishing has been slower, but as the water cools, they’re moving shallower, making trolling less of a necessity. Target bass near structure for…

Big Bear Lake is fishing well right now, with plenty of trout being caught across the lake. Reports of largemouth bass are coming in too, giving anglers a chance at some variety. With Highway 330 back open, it’s easier than…

Shasta Lake is producing solid results for anglers who adjust to the conditions. Trout are biting near the dam and up the McCloud arm, with slow trolling being the key. Bass are chasing smaller shad, especially where fresh water flows…

Trinity Lake is fishing well for both bass and trout. Smallmouth are hitting jerk baits and tube jigs near structure, while trout are biting in areas with fresh water inflows like Stuart’s Fork and Swift Creek. Trolling with hoochies or…

Fishing at Diamond Valley Lake has been fair, but with the right approach, you can still land some bass. Early mornings are key—use drop shots or Texas rigs to target fish before the day heats up. Keep your setups simple…

Lake Almanor is showing good action for trout while bass fishing remains a bit slow. Trout anglers trolling lures or flies at a crawl are landing solid browns, and bank fishing is heating up with PowerBait bringing in daily catches.…

8/10: The kokanee and trout bite at New Melones is hot right now. Trollers are working depths of 80-100 feet with small spoons and hoochies behind flashers, pulling limits with ease. Bass fishing is slowing, but slow-rolling soft plastics like…

7/10: The striper action in the North Delta has been steady, with anglers landing good numbers, though most are shakers. For bank anglers, anchovies and sardines are the go-to baits, while those casting jerkbaits are finding some success too. Weather…

9/10: Amador Lake is the spot for trout anglers right now. With recent stockings of Donaldson Rainbows, Amador Goldens, Cutbows, and Blue Rainbows averaging 3 pounds, the action has been consistent. Surface temps are holding at 68°F, and the single-lane…