Trout fishing at Lake Berryessa has been solid, with plenty of action across the lake. Remember, boats must either go through a decontamination station or wait 30 days with a red quarantine seal before launching. For best results, try trolling with spoons or a Blue Fox Cast Champ Spoon near the surface, especially in shad patterns. Stay patient and keep moving to locate fish.

Fishing at Lake Del Valle has been rewarding with plenty of trout action across the lake. Anglers have been finding success using an ACME Kastmaster Chrome Chartreuse, which works well in these conditions. Focus on deeper areas or spots with good cover. The bite has been steady, so now is a great time to head out.

The American River has been offering solid trout action if you know where to look. Work the deeper, slower pools with bait to target larger trout. For anglers on the move, throwing swimbaits or an Okuma SST Kokanee Casting Rod paired with jerkbaits has been effective. Keep an eye on surface activity and adjust your approach to stay productive.

Fishing at New Melones has been steady with cooler water temperatures. Trout are responding well to trolling at medium depths with purple and pink hoochies paired with a Luhr Jensen Trout Dodger. Early and late topwater action is worth checking out, especially near busting fish. Keep an eye on the birds to locate activity.

At Lake Berryessa, covering water has been key for trout action. Anglers are seeing success with spoons and apex lures. Using a Kastmaster Chrome Flo paired with a planer board has been especially effective. Keep moving and working different depths to find the bite.

New Melones remains closed to motorized boats unless you have a 30-day red tag. Bank anglers are reporting a decent bite, especially with spoons and soft plastics. A great choice for this setup is the Blue Fox Cast Champ Spoon Kit, which can help improve your chances. Stay patient and work those casts for the best results.

Trout action at Lake Oroville has been on and off. Target the coves for better chances, especially using nightcrawlers. For those looking to upgrade their gear, the Berkley PowerBait Glitter Trout Bait is a solid pick for improving your catch. Keep it simple and stay patient for the best results.

Trout trolling at Lake Berryessa has been productive, especially with shad-patterned spoons in the 30 to 40-foot depth range. For better results, try fast trolling speeds. Motorized boats require inspection or a 30-day quarantine before launching, but kayaks and paddleboards are welcome without restrictions. A reliable choice is the Berkley PowerBait Glitter Trout Bait, which works well in these waters.

Diamond Valley Lake has seen some activity lately with anglers reporting catches of trout. While conditions can vary, focusing on the right gear and technique can make a difference. A Berkley PowerBait Glitter Trout Bait is a great choice to bring in trout, especially when fishing around deeper areas.

Lake Hemet is dealing with low water levels and windy conditions, making fishing a bit tricky. The last trout stock came from Mt. Lassen, and while shoreline fishing has been tough, anglers in boats and kayaks are still having some success. Try using a Berkley PowerBait Glitter Trout Bait for the best chance at catching trout in deeper waters.

Big Bear Lake is showing its winter challenges, with parts of the lake starting to freeze and wind making things tricky. Despite the conditions, there’s still a chance to hook trout if you can work around the ice. Using a Berkley PowerBait Glitter Trout Bait near open water could make the difference in landing a few fish.

Fishing for trout at New Melones has been solid, especially for those trolling at medium depths. Red and firetiger hoochies paired with a dodger are doing the trick. To up your game, consider using an Okuma SST Kokanee Casting Rod, which works great for this type of setup. Steady action makes it worth the trip.

Trout fishing at Folsom Lake has been steady. Anglers are finding success soaking powerbait or inflated worms near the dam or in deeper rocky coves. While there are no reports of recent trout planting, using gear like the Okuma SST Kokanee Casting Rod can help improve your odds of landing a good catch. Trout fishing has been good. Try soaking powerbait or an inflated worms near the damn or deep rocky coves. No reports of trout planting yet.

Trout fishing on the American River is active, with smaller trout spread throughout the system. For the bigger catches, try soaking bait in deeper, slower spots. If you are on a boat, moving around can help you find more active fish. Using swimbaits or a Shimano SLX DC 151HG is a great way to cover water and target trout in different areas.

The launch ramp at Amador Lake is now open with a single lane. They are regularly stocking trout varieties like Donaldson Rainbows and Golden Cutbows. Most trout are averaging about 3 pounds. For gear, consider using the Shimano Curado DC 151HG to help land your catch. The launch ramp is open with a single lane. They are stocking Donaldson Rainbows, Amador Golden Rainbows, Cutbows, Amador Blue Rainbows, and Golden Cutbows from their trout farm, most trout are a 3lb average.