Here is whats going on here at the lake if youre headed out this month in pursuit of a lunker. I would like to thank all my sponsors that are continuing to support me in 2022. Registration is located at the Sheriff's tower along the north shore. on crankbaits, jigs, live shad around main lake. on in-line spinnerbaits, jigs, small lures, worms around brush structure, docks, shallows, shorelines, weed beds. Crappie, White Fair on jigs, minnows around below the dam, brush structure, docks, shorelines. Ive been finding them lately in 18-24 feet on humps, points, and roadbeds. Catfish, Blue, Catfish, Channel Fair on chicken liver, cut bait, dough bait, shrimp around creek channels, main lake. on cut bait, stinkbait around main lake, shorelines. The Derby does not sell out. Bass Lake is a storied reservoir near Yosemite National Park, which given its name naturally is best known for kokanee salmon fishing! Make a note to get here early in the morning. Elevation is Normal (stable), water temperature 85F and clear.
Did you know that a hundred years ago, Bass Lake wasnt even a lake? How do I know how much my tagged fish is worth?The winning numbers are drawn and posted at the Derby Headquarters locations on Saturday morning. Todd Wittwer has been fishing for trout and kokanee at Bass Lake for more than 20 years.
Bass Lake is routinely used by several companies to field-test their new bass lures.
The smaller males are deeper and even though you can catch more fish targeting them, it's hard to catch a big fish. Average size bows are 12-16 inches. Panfish (bluegill, pumpkinseed, sunfish, crappie and yellow perch). (Just be on the lookout for the Bald-Headed Killer Bear.), CDFW Fishing Guide and Stocking Information CDFW Fishing RegulationsNational Weather Service forecasts, Kokanee Fishing: Simple Tips and Techniques, simple bluegill and sunfish fishing tips and techniques, CDFW Fishing Guide and Stocking Information. While other derbies focus on the length of the fish caught, this one is all about finding those special tagged trout. The Forks Resort area is good, as is the cove directly across the lake. Get out there and give it a go. That is also the best area for Kokanee. Report submitted by Ben Haff (Game Warden Wagoner County), Jul 17. [CDATA[/* > Elevation is Normal (stable), water temperature 90F and clear. equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. They are a schooling fish, so once you find them, keep them on your finder and make several passes with your bait just above them. Casting along the shoreline at a 30- or 45-degree angle with a finesse rig or crankbait should do the trick. Try drop-shotting, jigging and finesse rigs during the hotter time of year. Catfish, Blue, Catfish, Channel, Catfish, Flathead Fair on chicken liver, cut bait, goldfish, hot dogs, shad, worms around coves, main lake, shallows, shorelines. The derby usually features around 1000 tagged fish worth various amounts. Use mealworms and wax worms on a light action for the best chance, or of course the ubiquitous crappie jig will get the job done. Elevation is Normal (stable), water temperature 87F and clear.
While the spawners dont have much success here, when they get farther into their spawning transformation they arent as good as table fare. Several dining options are available or cook the fish you catch at camp and enjoy the scenery. Bass, Striped Fair on Alabama rigs around main lake, river channel. These big bass are related closely to timber so you gotta put it right on 'em. A 5 MPH speed limit is in effect until 8:00 AM and usually the lake doesn't Report submitted by Garrett Beam (Game Warden Bryan County),
Blue cats are biting on live shad near river channels.
I have been targeting primarily mid-depth to shallow areas for the big bass as they begin to stage up in their pre-spawn patterns. Dont worry if you miss out on the big prizes during the derby because if the three grand prize fish are not caught during Derby Weekend, they will be worth $500 through the end of June.
(559) 292-3474 Mike will take you out in his 21-foot pontoon boat which is equipped with downriggers and all the latest gear. Over $55,000 in total cash prizes!2- $10,0001- $5,000150 - $100847 - $20. Report submitted by Bailey Johnson (Game Warden Creek County). Many of the boat docks are on dry land as well so the bass has very little shoreline cover except for stumps, laydowns, and brush. It helps with concentration, teaches patience, and allows you to disconnect from the rest of the world. For the biggest bass try swimbaits like the Huddleston trout or Shallow Diving Crankbaits. Well, that and being the primary location for the filming of The Great Outdoors, starring John Candy, Dan Akroyd and Bart the Bear. The time to fish for bass at Bass Lake is typically the spring and fall. on Alabama rigs, in-line spinnerbaits, jigs, lipless baits, live shad, minnows, sassy shad, shad, topwater lures around below the dam, main lake, points, riprap. Bass Lake Boating Bass Lake is considered a trophy kokanee lake by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Are the tagged fish worth any money after the Derby is over?The 3 Grand Prize fish will each be worth $500 until June 30, 2022.
Best Rainbow Trout Fishing Lakes in California, Trout Fishing: How-To Techniques and Tips. Do I have to check in and get a wristband? The lake has been fishing well despite the recent cold snaps. Those fishing with downriggers for coldwater fish like kokanee or rainbow trout do best by working the deep parts of the lake, especially by the dam, around the Wishon Boat Ramp, Millers Landing, and up to Fawn Point. Smaller catfish under 5 pounds are typically the tastiest. We are happy to help. Three fish worth a total of $25,000, two trout worth $10,000 each, one worth $5,000. These guys just need a bit of nightcrawler and access to the shoreline to catch. Bass, Largemouth, Bass, Smallmouth, Bass, Spotted Slow on flukes, jigs, plastic baits, topwater lures around brush structure, creek channels, points. I also like the Berkley Frittside. Elevation is 4 ft. below normal (falling), water temperature 78F and murky. Report submitted by David Smith (Game Warden Kiowa County). Catfish provide another great target at during the warmer months. Free public boat launching facilities are available at the Wishon Boat Launch, located at the south end of the lake.
