Bon Tempe Lake, surrounded by trees and quiet scenery, is one of my favorite NorCal spots for trout fishing. The morning started cool and foggy, which is just the way I like it. Low visibility and a chill in the…
Puddingstone Lake felt just right for trout fishing today, with cool air and partly cloudy skies keeping the trout active and near the surface. I got there early, hoping to grab a quiet spot along the shore before the lake…
Lone Pine Creek has a way of pulling you in with its quiet beauty and steady trout population, making it a favorite spot of mine. With the cooler weather settling in, I figured it was time for another visit. The…
Lake Del Valle has become one of my favorite trout spots lately, especially with the cooler weather kicking in. The lake’s set up perfectly for trout fishing this time of year, with its chilly waters and scenic shoreline. As the…
We kicked off the fall season at Convict Lake with a solid start by planting 2,100 lbs. of trout. As the temperatures continue to cool down, conditions are becoming ideal for both anglers and the fish themselves. The colder water…
San Pablo Reservoir, located in Contra Costa County, is known for its scenic views and quiet fishing spots. On this particular trip, the weather was mild, with temperatures hovering in the low 70s, offering the perfect conditions to head out…
While much of California’s salmon fishing is closed this year, there’s still a small stretch of the Smith River estuary that’s open for fishing, and we took the opportunity to visit it. This 4-mile section, from the California coast to…
This week, I had the chance to help plant 2,100 lbs of rainbow trout at Silver Lake with the CDFW. While I didn’t have a line in the water myself, watching these healthy fish enter the lake had me itching…
On a calm day at Lake Amador, the weather offered a perfect setting for a relaxing fishing trip. With temperatures sitting comfortably in the high 70s and a gentle breeze sweeping across the water, it was ideal for shore fishing.…
On this particular day, the weather at Lone Pine Creek was ideal for trout fishing. With the temperatures hovering in the low 70s, it wasn’t too hot or too cold, making it comfortable for a long day of fishing. We…
