http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum Fishing news, reports, forums and more. Fishing news you can use! en Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:36:23 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2635&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 02:36:25 GMT Local lakes: Rainbow trout fishing is still good on most South Coast lakes. Anglers are reporting fishing deeper because of warmer surface... Local lakes: Rainbow trout fishing is still good on most South Coast lakes. Anglers are reporting fishing deeper because of warmer surface temperatures. One angler told me he has been trolling 1⁄4-ounce Krocodiles at Bradley Lake in Bandon, and getting deeper has made a big difference. Anglers anchoring up and fishing baits off or near the bottom have had good success, as well. Bank anglers fishing on Empire Lakes in Coos Bay are still picking up some nice holdover trout fishing power bait off the bottom. Several nice bass were taken out of Empire Lakes last weekend. The largemouth bass can be nestled back in lots of weeds and other cover this time of year. A good method of getting hooked up is tossing good-sized spinner baits into the thick cover.

Local rivers: Warm river temperatures, along with bad water clarity due to dam removals, have kept fall Chinook from hanging around the bay in Gold Beach. Some fish are being caught upriver, but anglers trolling the lower Rogue are still reporting slow fishing. Eight salmon were checked in during last weekend’s Rogue River Summer Salmon Derby, the largest weighing in at 38 pounds. Fishing for fall Chinook on the lower Coquille River was good last week. Jim Harris of Bandon caught a nice 32-pound Chinook, and Michael Cadwallader caught his first king salmon, which weighed 25 pounds. Fishing slowed up a bit Sunday and Monday as a low pressure system moved through the area, moving lots of fish upriver. Good reports are coming in from anglers fishing in Coos Bay. Salmon fishing has been good from the North Bend bridge to the Marshfield Channel. Fall Chinook fishing has remained strong on the lower Umpqua River, which is having a great start to its fall run.

Don’t forget this year’s Bandon Salmon Derby, hosted by Dave and Eileen Schradieck of Bandon Beach Vacation Rentals, 541-347-4801. There will be four drawings for $50, along with a $200 prize for most fish, largest coho and largest Chinook salmon. The derby starts Sept. 8 and runs through Oct. 30. Bring your salmon into Bandon Bait & Tackle in Old Town — 541-347-3905 — to be checked in. For more info, log on to http://www.bandonsalmonderby.com.

Opening day for the retention of wild coho salmon on the Coquille River was Wednesday, Sept. 1. The season runs through Nov. 30 or until the quota of 1,200 fish is taken. Anglers may keep one wild coho per day and five for the year.

Area shellfish: Dungeness crab fishing has been great on the South Coast. Bandon, Coos Bay and Winchester Bay are all reporting good numbers of crab. Remember: The majority of crab are molting at this time of the year, and sorting through for the harder-shelled crab is a good practice. ]]> Oregon Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2635 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2634&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 02:00:28 GMT LAKES

ANDERSON: Drop-shotting plastics 15 to 20 feet deep gets small bass. Crankbaits and spinnerbaits worked well until last week's cold front pushed fish deeper. 408-927-9144, 408-463-0711.

BERRYESSA: Find bass deep and outside weed beds. Look for bait balls to locate feeding bass. Prepare to work hard and be patient. 916-502-3474.

CAMANCHE: Best bite is by catfish after the sun sets. Typical baits will work. Bass remain in summer pattern. Trout are deep, but catchable in main lake. 209-763-5915, 209-763-5166.

CHABOT: Weekly plants of catfish have yet to ignite the bite; 500 pounds went in Tuesday. 510-247-2526.

CALERO: Concentrate outside weed beds, and drop-shot worms. 408-268-3883, 408-463-0711.

CHESBRO: Catfish to 10 pounds are taking chicken livers. 408-358-3741, 408-463-0711.

CLEAR: Catfish bite is good; bass bite is mediocre. Bass are deep. Catfish bite is best at Cache Creek in south end of the lake. 707-994-3474, 707-279-4739.

COYOTE: Bass bite is hit-and-miss. Drag a jig or drop-shot slowly and hope for the best. 408-463-0711.

DEL VALLE: Striped-bass fishing remains very good near dam. A few trout are being caught near the Narrows. Catfish are near the dam, south end. 925-449-5201.

LAKE SAN ANTONIO: Striper bite has slowed. Dam area had been most productive, especially early and late, but little action has come since late last week. 805-472-2818, 800-310-2313.

LOCH LOMOND: Anglers getting out early can get bass to 2 pounds. Bluegill have been good-sized. 831-335-7424.

LOS VAQUEROS: Stripers and catfish continue to take cutbaits from shallows. Two 15-pound stripers were caught last week from the ADA Pier. Catfish to 21 pounds were caught last week. 925-371-2628.

McALPINE: Catfish continue to bite throughout the day on cutbaits. Trout have been active in the cool water, and small spinners will get attention. Bass prefer Senkos. 831-623-4263.

NEW HOGAN: Striper bite is picking up again. Stripers average 5 to 7 pounds, and most trips average 10 per day. Bass are 20 feet below and scattered all over the lake. 209-599-2023.

PARDEE: Trout and kokanee fishing is quite good. Kokanee are preparing to spawn, so that bite will soon slow. Catfish are in south end. Bass are in the river arm. 209-772-8108.

QUARRY LAKES: Fishing remains slow, but a few trout have been taken. Bass bite has been fair. 510-795-4883.

SAN LUIS RESERVOIR: Striped bass to 18 inches take pile worms and anchovies in the forebay. 408-463-0711.

SAN PABLO RESERVOIR: Catfish bite is on the upswing. Scow Canyon and boat launch are top spots, but a few cats have come from Main Recreation Area. 510-223-1661.

UVAS: Bass bite late at night, but catfish bite has dramatically slowed. 408-463-0711.

DELTA

FRANK'S TRACT: Stripers are moving into the tract and are being caught trolling with Yozuri crystal minnow and drifting bait. Black bass take Senkos and spinnerbaits. 925-625-2441.

RIO VISTA: Striped-bass fishing continues to improve. Fish 5 to 8 pounds are being caught by trolling and bait-soaking. Decker Island and the Old Dairy have been hot spots. 707-374-2372.

SALTWATER

BERKELEY: Five days left in the salmon season. Boats have been going toward Duxbury and Double Point for salmon 10-30 pounds. Most boats get 5-6 fish per outing. New Easy Rider on Monday had eight halibut and half limits of rock cod for 14. Rock-cod trips to the islands result in limits. 510-849-3333, 510-223-5388, 707-334-4827.

CAPITOLA: Sardines are plentiful and coming in during late afternoon. Halibut bite has slowed. Rock-cod fishing is so-so near kelp beds. Deeper reefs are producing more cod. There is talk of striped bass near the beaches below the Cement Ship. 831-462-2208.

EMERYVILLE: Rock-cod trips to the islands get limits. Halibut scores on potluck trips have been low. Best score last week was 11 halibut for seven on Friday trip by the New Seeker. 510-654-6040.

MONTEREY: The Checkmate on Monday had seven white sea bass from 30 to 65 pounds for seven anglers. Rock-cod limits are steady when the weather is calm. 831-375-5951, 831-372-7440.

PACIFICA: Perch are coming in at the pier and on the beaches. Stripers are scattered off the beaches, but there has been no pattern to the bite. 650-355-8303, 650-359-9790.

PILLAR POINT: Boats get consistent numbers of cod with very good quality. Halibut and ling cod show daily. 650-726-7133, 650-726-2913.

SANTA CRUZ: Rock-cod boats go north toward Scott Creek for limits of quality cod. Halibut can be found from Capitola to Davenport. Ultimate Fish Charters found albacore 20 miles out at the Weather Buoy and will go back Friday. 831-566-9407, 831-662-3020; 831-427-2334.

SAN FRANCISCO BAY: Halibut and striper bite inside the bay has been slow. Pile perch and split-tail perch are near the piers, as are sharks and rays. 650-589-3474; 510-703-4148.

For more information go to www.norcalfishingnews.com

-- Tim Goode ]]> California Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2634 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2633&goto=newpost Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:22:18 GMT Northwest

Colorado River (near Granby)—The water flows below Windy gap and below Parshall are 145cfs and 279cfs respectively. Copper Johns, RS-2s, Prince nymphs, chartreuse wooly buggers, yellow colored flies, and other emerger patterns, Joe’s hoppers, grasshopper and egg patterns are doing well. In the immediate Granby area and downstream to the bridge at the lower end of Byers Canyon, bait fishing is permitted and two fish may be kept. From the east side of the bridge abutments (the west end of Byers Canyon) down to Troublesome Creek, including the Williams Fork River from the reservoir, catch-and-release rules apply and fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. Cooler nights and mornings make better fishing conditions, keeping the water cooler and the fish more active. 8/29/2010

Delaney Buttes—The fishing action on the Delaney’s is really picking up. Anglers are having good, to excellent success for big trout, using a variety of dry flies and hardware

Dillon Reservoir—The launch ramp at the Dillon Marina will be open 8:30am to 5:30pm daily weather permitting. The only boat launching areas will be at the Dillon and Frisco marinas. All boats launched and retrieved at the Dillon Marina will require an Invasive Species Inspection. We recommend that you check ahead with the marinas staff for hours of operation before you launch or retrieve your vessel. Inspection station hours will vary during the year depending on weather and time of season. We recommend that you check ahead with the marinas staff for hours of operation. The launch ramp at the Dillon Marina will be open 8:30am to 5:30pm daily weather permitting. The only boat launching areas will be at the Dillon and Frisco marinas. Phone (970) 468-5100 for information

Elkhead Reservoir—The water has improved in clarity and the fish are on. This lake has really turned on. We are seeing very nice fish being caught and a variety of species. Large Pike in the 13-15lb range, Cat fish in that same 15lb range and great Small Mouth are being taken. Crappie fishing has really slowed, but they are still being caught on the north end. ANS inspections will continue through September and the boat ramp will remain open. We will close the ramp Oct. 1, but hand launch and shore fishing is still available.

Frying Pan River—Depending on the stretch of the river, flows have been around 13cfs to 164cfs. We’re still seeing fish actively feeding on shrimp. Sight fishing on the flats is just about as much fun as you can have on the Upper Pan right now.

Granby Reservoir—Fishing in the early morning and late evening are still the best times. Colder nights and brisk mornings are making fishing better and the fall spawning season is just around the corner. Trolling, using deep diving lures, lead line, and downriggers can find kokanee and lake trout. Jigging is very productive. Fly fishing the inlet streams, the Colorado river below Shadow Mountain and Arapaho Creek is very good; streamers, wooly buggers, emergers egg patterns, and some dry flies are working well. Rainbows can be found all around the reservoir. The water level is still high. Arapaho Bay is also fishing well. 8/29/2010

Grand Lake—Nights are becoming colder and mornings are brisk. Fish activity will be picking up. This lake is over 270’ deep. It can be difficult, but very rewarding to learn to fish this lake. Very large lake trout, nice rainbows, browns, and kokanee salmon are available. Trolling, jigging, bait, lure, and fly fishing are all productive ways of catching these fish. Belly boats are useful. Two prime bank fishing areas are the mouth of the channel and around the West Portal. From Oct. 1st-June30th, all lakers 26-36 inches long must be released immediately. Rapalas, Mepps, Panther Martins, and Blue Fox spinners are only some of the lures used. Jigging with sucker meat is common and productive. 8/29/2010

Green Mountain Reservoir—Fishing is slow due to the heat and activity on the lake. Trout are being caught on nightcrawlers, power bait or salmon eggs. Popular colors for lures are hot pink, orange, red and green. Best fishing times are early morning and evening.

Pearl Lake—7/15/10 Anglers are having some luck at Pearl. As usual though, it is a very picky lake to fish. All areas and campground are open and fishing is good. Remember all boats on trailers have to be inspected before launching. CLEAN DRAINED and DRY are the key words for a fast inspection. Use this link to view our Hahn’s Peak web cam that we turned so you can see the cove behind the Visitor Center http://165.127.23.131/view/index.shtml

Rifle Gap Reservoir—The water level is low, and has resulted in a very muddy shoreline. The best access to the lake is from the rocky points and outcroppings. Trout fishing is fair to slow, with the best action being on rainbow Power Bait, fished off the bottom. All other species are reported as slow.

Shadow Mountain Reservoir—Most of this reservoir is shallow, but trolling the channel, spin or bait fishing the east shoreline north of the dam can be productive. Fishing the pump canal, the area around the mouth of the canal, and below the dam can be highly rewarding using flies, slip bobber rigs, lures, and nightcrawlers on the bottom. Early morning pumping makes the canal and the area where it enters the reservoir, prime fishing sights; kokanee, rainbows, and browns are being caught. Small jigs tipped with wax worms, mealworms, power bait or eggs are commonly used. The flow rate below the dam is low, but the spillway is fishing well. All species of fish that reside in the reservoir are being caught in the spillway area. Cooler weather is coming and will increase fish activity. 8/29/2010

Stagecoach Reservoir—Due to park construction and decreasing water levels, the reservoir measured 7 feet below full on 8/28. The muddy shore line is exposed and algae is highly visible. The reservoir will close to trailered watercraft on September 7th for the season. Hand launch vessels are permitted at visitors own risk until ice on. With decreasing water levels, the flow at the tailwaters is estimated to stay at 142 cfs through September. Midges, San Juan worms, emergers and RS2’s have been working well for fly fishing the tailwaters. Brightly colored PowerBait, Kastmasters, and trolling with a crayfish lure have yielded some larger sized trout in the reservoir. Pike activity has increased due to cooling water temperature, which is at 67 degrees.

Steamboat Lake—7/15/10 Fishing is still good all around. As of last weekend, most anglers are using a variety of baits and doing well. Meadow Point and Rainbow ridge are very popular all day long. The coves won’t hit hard until the weekend. Remember all boats on trailers have to be inspected before launching. CLEAN DRAINED and DRY are the key words for a fast inspection. Use this link to view our Hahn’s Peak web cam that we turned so you can see the cove behind the Visitor Center http://165.127.23.131/view/index.shtml

Trappers Lake—No current fishing report is available at this time

Vega Reservoir—Vega is open for boating. Fishing is picking up and should continue to improve throughout the year

Williams Fork Reservoir—Rainbow and brown trout, lake trout, northern pike and Kokanee are available. Boat inspections and ramp access are from 6:00AM to 8:00PM seven days a week; ramps are closed at night. Bank fishing is good at the inlet and by the east boat ramp. Rainbows have been plentiful and large. Bait fishing using bottom rigs, jigs, trolling worm harnesses are productive methods of catching fish as well as lures and fly fishing. Early morning and late evening remain the best times to fish. Some nice cloudy, rainy days can make fishing good throughout the day. Inquire in Granby for the latest conditions. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first CR bridge: Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15-Nov. 30. 8/29/2010

Willow Creek Reservoir—Rainbow, brown trout and Kokanee salmon are available. This is a beautiful area with easy fishing access around the boat ramp area and the next bay. If a person likes to hike, taking the trail to the inlet area can be rewarding. This reservoir is a good place to take kids, and gets less fishing pressure than other area lakes. Worms, Powerbait, salmon eggs and many different lures are commonly used. Trailered boats are still not allowed on the reservoir. Fly fishing is also very productive from shore and out of canoes kayaks and belly boats. Inquire in Granby for updates. As the weather cools down, fish activity is picking up. 8/29/2010

Wolford Reservoir—No fishing report available.

Yampa River (Hayden through Craig)—The Yampa is cleared and has dropped fast. Fishing has been very good all through the valley. Fishing dry flies as well as nymphs is very effective right now. Rapalas and rooster tails are working like a charm. Fish early or late; mid day seems to be slow right now. Fish the seams and deeper pools. As water temperatures increase, be very aware of your landing techniques if you are going to release. The floating season is coming to an end until water levels increase. Hayden pump station is closed so float fishermen will need to move down stream or walk-wade. Double bridges west of Hayden will temporarily close after Labor Day due to stream bank work. It will re-open later this fall.

Southwest

Animas River—Finally, the monsoons arrive (with a vengeance!) and water levels are up. Bad news, expect turbid conditions at times. Fishing has been generally slow.

Beaver Creek Reservoir—The Colorado Division of Wildlife will be raising the level of the water at Beaver Creek Reservoir to approximately 20’ below the spillway. The water level will be maintained at this level so that state engineers can inspect the dam and related structures. The water may need to be maintained at that level for the entire summer. However, fishing continues at the reservoir and the fish will likely become more concentrated with less water in the reservoir. Several reports indicate anglers are having good success and catching their limits. Anglers are advised to be cautious on the steep-sided slopes

Blue Mesa Reservoir—Mature Kokanee salmon are beginning to move up towards the inlet area of the lake. Large schools of fish can be found from 40 to 70 feet down. Trolling remains effective with larger offerings in pinks and green. These salmon can be caught using spoons vertical jigging once a large school is located. Small lake trout and browns are also being caught throughout the lake trolling minnow imitations and spoons from 25 to 60 feet deep. Water temperatures are beginning to cool with morning temps from 68 to 70 and dropping one to two degrees per week. Boat ramps are now open from 5:30am to 9pm.

Conejos County (high country lakes)—Conejos County has a variety of high country lakes that offer excellent trout fishing opportunities. Trout species include native cutthroats, brooks, browns and rainbows. Fishing is expected to be excellent throughout the summer.

Conejos County (small streams)—Conejos County has a variety of small streams that offer excellent trout fishing opportunities. Trout species include native cutthroats, brooks, browns and rainbows. Currently, conditions on small streams in Conejos County are good. Fishing is expected to be excellent throughout the summer.

Conejos River—Flows on the Conejos are around 128 cfs on the lower river and 204 cfs below Platoro. Fishing conditions are excellent. Caddis, and Mayflies are hatching and fish are feeding on dry flies. Angling techniques also include dry/droppers (e.g. stimulator dry fly followed by stonefly nymph), nymphing, spinners, and bait. The Conejos has two sections of special fishing regulation waters. The first is from the upper boundary of Aspen Glade campground to Menkhaven Resort: artificial flies only and a daily bag and possession limit of two trout 16 inches or longer. The second is from the confluence of the South Fork to the lower bridge at Platoro: artificial flies and lures only, with a daily bag and possession limit of two trout 16 inches or longer.

Crawford Reservoir—The boat ramp at the Iron Creek launch area is open and ready for anglers. You must have your boat inspected prior to launching at any time of the day. This past week, anglers have been regularly catching crappie, and catfish. We have had reports of some VERY large catfish. Chicken livers and hot dogs seem to be the bait of choice. Rainbow trout were just stocked on Friday. Fishing has been good both from shore and from boats.

Dolores River (lower)—The river below McPhee Reservoir is running 70 cfs. Large browns have made a comeback over the last 3 years; however, the fishing remains very slow.

Echo Canyon Reservoir—Fishing for trout has been fair. Fishing for green sunfish, black crappie, catfish, and largemouth bass is good. Be prepared for very “weedy” conditions.

Groundhog Reservoir—Fair for 10-16 inch rainbow trout and cutthroats. Fish typically move a little deeper this time of year. The lake has a lot of crayfish in it and lures/patterns that imitate crayfish could be a good choice.

Gunnison River (below Crystal Dam)—Flows are 660CFS. Clarity is Gunnison Green. Caddis and PMDs on top; try Lafontaine Caddis Pupa, Pulsating caddis below. #16 PMDs on top. Also standards like: #6 Woolly Buggers, #14 orange and green scuds, #10 GB Poxy Back Biot Stones, #12-16 GB Prince Nymphs, #16-20 Copper Johns, Pheasant Tails and Flashback PTs, and #10 20-Inchers and Halfbacks.

Gunnison River (through the canyon)—The flow in the Gunnison Gorge is 609 cfs. Fishing conditions have been very good until August 20th. Heavy rains have caused the river to be off color. The river is starting to clear and fishing is slowly getting better. Fishermen have been using Hopper Droppers, Green hoppers. Red San Juan Worms, Red Copper Johns, PMDs, Caddis Pupa Tan #14 and any May Fly. Streamers and Big Hoppers are good right now. The North Fork is low now but off color. Call Gunnison River Pleasure Park at 1-888-782-7542 for other information.

Haviland Lake—Fishing has slowed but still fair for 10 inch rainbow trout on Powerbait. Woolly buggers are also working well.

Jackson Gulch Reservoir—Fishing has been excellent for 10-12 inch rainbow trout and small yellow perch (no limit). It continues to rain almost every day thus keeping water temperatures cool and fish active. Trollers have been using Panther Martins and small Rapalas. Bank anglers have had success with green Power Bait. Yellow perch love worms. Fly fishermen are successfully using various dry flies in the moving waters near the inflow and wooly buggers in the lake. Be sure to bring plenty of bait as there is no place nearby to purchase it. Jackson Gulch requires an ANS inspection before launching boats. An inspector is on duty 8AM to 8:30PM daily through Labor Day. Mancos State Park offers canoe, pedal boats and sit on top kayak rentals. For more information: http://www.parks.state.co.us or call 970-533-7065.

Joe Moore Reservoir—Joe Moore has a mix of rainbow trout, yellow perch, black crappie, and largemouth bass. Joe Moore is very weedy this time of year and the warm water species should be quite active.

La Jara Creek—Fishing on La Jara Creek has been good for brown trout. Fishing techniques include worms, spinners, and artificial flies. Flows are at approximately 10 cfs. Water is clear and low. Fish spook easily so anglers should take a stealthy approach.

La Jara Reservoir—Water conditions are good. Fishing pressure has been light. Fishing has been challenging. The reservoir is plentiful with natural food sources, often causing the fish to be selective feeders. Fish inventories show good numbers for splake and brook trout. Good fishing for brook trout and splake is expected throughout the summer.

Lemon Reservoir—Fair for 8-10 inch rainbow trout. Large brown trout are occasionally taken in this reservoir and some kokanee salmon.

McPhee Reservoir—Most fish species are moving deeper into the reservoir to avoid warm temperatures. However, the anglers are still doing well for rainbow trout and kokanee salmon. Smallmouth bass fishing remains steady. A few walleye have been captured in the House Creek arm of the reservoir.

Narraguinnep Reservoir—Walleye fishing has been fair using bottom bumpers and crayfish lures.

Navajo Reservoir—28 members from 5280 Basshunters club caught and released 76 nice Bass during the weekend. Better catches of crappie have been caught on minnows. Pike fishing has been good on crank baits. Kokanee are still being caught at around 40 ft deep. Fishing for catfish has been slow.

Pastorius Reservoir—Fair for rainbow trout on Powerbait. Reservoir is shallow and weedy.

Piedra River—The Piedra River has a good population of brown and rainbow trout. River is running high and muddy with the strong monsoonal pattern we have been in over the past 2-3 weeks.

Platoro Reservoir—Water conditions are good. Fishing has been good on spinners and bait for browns and rainbows. Fishing for kokanee has been fair.

Ridgway Fishing Ponds—The Pa-Co-Chu-Puk ponds of Ridgway State Park are excellent for children because they are the only water below the dam not restricted to artificial flies and lures or catch-and-release fishing. A limit of four trout per person may be kept there, by children and licensed adults, 16 years and older. The ponds were stocked again (18 August 2010). Fishing continues to be good. Try worms, grasshoppers and red salmon eggs. Fly fishermen could try a Black Woolly Bugger or gold ribbed hare’s ear size #14. Good luck!

Ridgway Reservoir—The lake is falling and is now at about 20’ below spilling. Fishing is good. 1,450 additional catchable-sized Rainbow Trout were stocked the week of August 10th. This totals more than 40,000 this season. Bank anglers have been doing well using the standards: night crawlers, green power bait, red salmon eggs and silver or gold Kastmasters. Olive and Black Woolley Buggers with spinning rod and bubble are working too. The Brown trout are out of the Mear’s Bay area and deep in the main reservoir. Try early in the mornings or late evenings, trolling slowly along the shoreline - in the shade - for a chance at a large Brown Trout. Remember to have your boat clean, drained and dry when you come in to have it inspected before launching. Good luck fishing!

Road Canyon Reservoir—The Colorado Division of Wildlife has investigated the extent of a recent winter fish kill at Road Canyon Reservoir. DOW aquatic biologists sampled the reservoir and found that brook trout have overwintered in the reservoir. However, no rainbow trout were collected. The reservoir will be restocked with rainbow trout the week of May 24th and throughout the summer to rebuild the fishery

San Juan River—The river has settled down and conditions are great. The water flows are 172 CFS

Sanchez Reservoir—The boat ramp will be closed from 8pm to 6am daily with aquatic nuisance species boat inspections taking place when the ramp is open.

Smith Reservoir (San Luis Valley)—Smith Reservoir was drained last fall to repair the outlet structure. The reservoir was stocked with 750 14”+ fish mid-April and 2900 catchable size fish the last week of April

Summit Reservoir—Fishing for rainbow trout is fair. Most trout range between 12-14 inches.

Taylor Reservoir—The lake trout are at 100 feet plus. Trolling with lures has been effective for the smaller ones. Fishing off the bottom, anchored, with worms has been working too. Trolling an apex lure tipped with a worm has also been working. Rainbow trout are really on a strong bite even with the full moon! Trolling with cowbells and nightcrawlers, or an Assassin Spinner along with cowbells have been doing very well. A few Salmon have been caught while trolling for lakers. They are stacked up in about 50 ft. of water. Not much happening with Pike right now.

Trujillo Meadows Reservoir—Trujillo Meadows Reservoir is open and accessible. Fishing for brown trout and rainbows has been good. Fishing has been best on spinners, fly and bubble rigs, and worms fished off the bottom.

Uncompahgre River in Ridgway Park—Water temperature on the river at Pa-Co-Chu-Puk is running at about 56 degrees. The water is slightly off color with the afternoon rains. Fishing is outrageously good and dry flies are working in the evenings. I saw several fishermen hooking Rainbows over the last few evenings. Flows are around 350 cfs; Grasshoppers are out! Try a “Parachute Hopper” or a “Ginger Quill”. Good luck.

Vallecito Reservoir—Fishing has been slow for kokanee and trout. Anglers are finding smallmouth bass along the dam face and rocky points and picking up a few northerns around the lake. We will be stocking 3000 13 inch RBT in the next few weeks.

Williams Creek—No Reports. All area streams are running high and turbid with the rain.

Williams Creek Reservoir—Fish are moving into deeper water as the summer progresses. Try the inlet to Williams Creek. ]]> Colorado Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2633 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2632&goto=newpost Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:09:14 GMT Baldwin Lake - Fishing has improved in the past week. Anglers are picking up a few stripers. Catfish action has been good on cut bait. Catfish... Baldwin Lake - Fishing has improved in the past week. Anglers are picking up a few stripers. Catfish action has been good on cut bait. Catfish anglers are taking fish off the bottom. Bluegill and bass have been slow.

Carlyle Lake - White bass are rated excellent around the islands, silos and over main lake humps. The best action has been on slab spoons or Little Georges. Anglers trolling crank baits in the same areas are picking up some sauger. Catfish are very good on night crawlers, cut baits and stink baits. Many anglers are reporting success drift fishing shrimp. In the tailwater, catfish are the best bet on cut bait, night crawlers and stink baits. White bass are rated good on rooster tails, jigs and minnows. Some sauger are being caught with a vertical jig presentation on overcast days.

Crab Orchard - Crappie action remains steady. Fish are holding over cover and sets in 4 to 8 feet of water. Minnows and jigs are equally effective. Catfish are being caught in good numbers on cheese baits, cut bait and leeches. Bluegill are still being caught in good numbers near the bank. A variety of baits have been effective. Bass action is spotty.

Horseshoe Lake - Catfish anglers are still reporting success drift fishing night crawlers and chicken livers just off the bottom in the middle of the lake. Some crappie are being caught on minnows and jigs around the base of single trees in the middle of the lake.

Kinkaid Lake - The water temperature has dropped to 87 degrees. Bass action has been good on topwater baits fished over the top of weed beds. Crappie are still holding in 12 to 18 feet of water. Minnows have been the primary bait. Bluegill action is excellent. Anglers are taking good numbers of keepers in 4 to 6 feet of water, specifically in shady areas. Bluegill are being caught on a variety of baits. Catfish action has been best at night. Most catfish are being caught on cut bait. A few white bass are being caught.

Lake Murphysboro - Crappie anglers are finding fish in 10 to 18 feet of water. Crappie are rated slow with minnows being the best bet. Bluegill are still good on a variety of baits. The best action has been in 2 to 4 feet of water. Catfish are being caught at night on night crawlers and cut bait. Bass action is spotty at best.

Lake of Egypt - Bass action remains fair. Bass have moved closer to the surface, the best fish are being caught at 4 to 8 feet. Topwater baits and soft plastics fished around mats of grass have been productive. Catfish action has improved in the past week on cut bait and shrimp. A few crappie are being caught at about 15 to 20 feet in the weed beds and brush piles.

Ohio River-Smithland Pool - The river is at normal pool and clear. Catfish action has been good on the river on night crawlers and stink baits. Bass action is fair to slow. Bluegill are good in the creeks and river. Fish are holding to cover close the banks. Red wigglers are the primary bait. Crappie action is slow.

Rend Lake - The lake is slightly above normal pool and water temperature is 82 degrees. Catfish are still rated excellent on cut shad, night crawlers, stink baits, large minnows and leeches. Some anglers are drift fishing with leeches and night crawlers. Others are reporting success with various baits around rip rap, mouths of creeks and shallow necks. Bass are rated good on soft plastics, Rat-L-Traps and crank baits fished near the Route 154 bridges, over lay downs and weed beds. White bass are also good on jigs and curly tails fished near bridges and on main lake humps. Crappie are fair in 6-8 feet of water over sets or in 1 to 3 feet of water near stumps. Minnows are more productive than jigs. Bluegill are fair on crickets worms and small jigs.

- Compiled by Les Winkeler ]]> Illinois Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2632 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2631&goto=newpost Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:46:27 GMT Lower Columbia — Chinook catches have picked up while steelhead catches have dropped. Below Bonneville Dam, there was an average of one salmonid... Lower Columbia — Chinook catches have picked up while steelhead catches have dropped.

Below Bonneville Dam, there was an average of one salmonid kept/released per 5.9 rods.

Longview, 209 bank anglers with 12 steelhead kept and six released; 196 boat anglers with 20 chinook kept.

Kalama, 186 bank anglers wit 16 chinook kept, and six steelhead kept and five released.

Bonneville Pool, 87 bank anglers kept 15 steelhead and released three. Boat anglers at the mouths of the tributaries are catching some fall chinook.

Camas/Washougal, 53 boat anglers reported only one chinook kept. A total of 13 boat anglers kept 15 walleye.

Cathlamet, 62 bank anglers with four steelhead kept, none released.

Woodland, 118 bank anglers with eight steelhead kept and two released; 71 boat anglers with nine chinook kept.

Cowlitz, 106 boat anglers with 18 chinook kept; 21 steelhead kept and eight released.

Drano Lake — 140 boat anglers with 75 steelhead kept and 37 released. Eighty percent of the anglers sampled had caught a steelhead.

Wind River — Bank and boat anglers at the mouth are catching some steelhead. A total of 25 bank anglers had seven steelhead kept and one steelhead released. ]]> Washington Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2631 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2630&goto=newpost Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:38:31 GMT Missouri NORFORK: 89 degrees, murky, 3 feet low. Outlook: Bink’s Guide service reports: stripers, hybrids, black bass excellent on Bink’s Spoons in... Missouri

NORFORK: 89 degrees, murky, 3 feet low. Outlook: Bink’s Guide service reports: stripers, hybrids, black bass excellent on Bink’s Spoons in 50 to 70 feet of water; walleyes fair on crankbaits trolled off main-lake points.

STOCKTON: 84 degrees, clear, 1 1/2 feet low. Outlook: Guide Bob Bennett reports: walleyes very good on jigs with night crawlers in 15 to 20 feet of water; crappies good on jigs, minnows in 20 feet of water in main-lake brush piles; bass fair to good on deep-diving crankbaits along steep, main-lake points; catfish very good to excellent on fresh shad on the flats; white bass excellent early and late where fish are surfacing.

SMITHVILLE: 84 degrees, fairly clear, normal. Outlook: Burton’s Bait and Tackle reports: crappies excellent on jigs, minnows 10 to 12 feet down in 20 feet of water in main-lake brush; white bass good on jigging spoons off main-lake points and the old Trimble dam; channel catfish fair to good on a variety of baits in the shallows of cuts and coves; black bass fair on plastic worms, Brush Hogs in the timber and on topwater lures early and late along the flooded vegetation;

TABLE ROCK: 91 degrees, clear, 3 feet low. Outlook: White River Lodge reports: Kentucky bass good on 1/2 -ounce white spoons under the deep-water docks, also on jigging spoons in 28 feet of water on the flats; largemouth bass good on 1/2 -ounce jigs in 18 to 28 feet of water in the rivers; white bass good early when fish are surfacing on topwater lures.

LONGVIEW: 83 degrees, 42-inch clarity, normal. Outlook: Longview Lake Marina reports: channel catfish good on liver, shad sides, shrimp off the marina dock, in Johnson Cove and along the dam; coves; crappies fair to good on jigs, minnows off the marina docks.

TANEYCOMO: 44 degrees, clear, power generation variable. Outlook: Lilley’s Landing reports: trout good early on air-injected night crawlers, PowerBait on 4-pound test line from Short Creek to Cooper Creek, and on microjigs under floats in the Trophy Area. Fly fishing is good on gray scuds and midges below the dam.

JACOMO: 82 degrees, clear, normal. Outlook: Forty Woods Bait and Tackle reports: bluegills fair on crickets in 12 to 15 feet of water; crappies fair to good on minnows in 15 feet of water in brush piles; channel catfish good at night on fresh shad, liver. A 32-pound blue catfish was caught this week. Jacomo Bass Club reports: bass fair on plastic worms, jigs in deep water.

LAKE OF THE OZARKS: 88 degrees, fairly clear, 1.4 feet low. Outlook: Gier’s Bass Pro reports: crappies fair on jigs, minnows suspended under large docks; black bass fair early and late and at night on plastic worms, jigs in 15 to 18 feet of water in brush piles and on crankbaits along the docks; catfish fair to good on rod and reel with Sonny’s Dip Bait and shad sides in 18 to 20 feet of water.

TRUMAN: 86 degrees, clear, one-half foot high. Outlook: State Park Marina reports: crappies fair to good on minnows 6 to 10 feet down in deep water along flooded hardwoods; catfish fair on juglines with shad, perch. Below the dam: Rocky Top reports: crappies fair to good on jigs, minnows in the dead-water channel.

POMME DE TERRE: 88 degrees, clear, normal. Outlook: Nemo Landing reports: crappies fair on minnows in 15 feet of water along bridge pillars, standing timber; black bass fair on 10-inch plastic worms off main-lake points.

BULL SHOALS: 82 degrees, 10- to 15-foot clarity, 3 feet low. Outlook: Buck Creek Marina reports: crappies fair on night-crawler harnesses trolled on the main lake; bass fair on Zara Spooks; walleyes fair on DD22 crankbaits trolled off main-lake points.

BLUE SPRINGS: 83 degrees, clear, one-half foot high. Outlook: Blue Springs Buddy Bass reports: bass fair on soft-plastic baits in the timber and on crankbaits on main-lake flats.

JAMES A. REED: 83 degrees, clear, normal. Outlook: Missouri Department of Conservation reports: all species poor.

Kansas

POMONA: 79 degrees, slightly murky, normal. Outlook: Lighthouse Bay Marina reports: crappies good on jigs, minnows in the brush; wipers good on jigs, minnows on the flats; catfish very good on rod and reel, trotlines with a variety of baits.

CLINTON: 88 degrees, clear, one-half foot high. Outlook: Clinton Lake Marina reports: crappies good on jigs in 12 to 15 feet of water in the marina area.

PERRY: 82 degrees, 3-foot clarity, 3 feet high. Outlook: Perry Yacht Marina reports: channel catfish good on night crawlers, dough baits in the spillway; crappies fair to good on jigs in the brush; bluegills fair on crickets.

WYANDOTTE: 83 degrees, clear, normal. Outlook: Wyandotte Boat Rentals reports: crappies fair to good early and late on jigs in 12 feet of water and deeper in the brush; catfish fair at night on a variety of baits.

COFFEY COUNTY: 86 degrees, fairly clear, normal. Outlook: Coffey County reports: crappies, white bass fair on jigs, minnows.

HERITAGE: 82 degrees, 2-foot clarity, normal. Outlook: Johnson County Park and Rec reports: catfish good on worms, doughbaits, green sunfish; bass fair on plastic worms; panfish fair on worms.

KILL CREEK: 83 degrees, 2-foot clarity, normal. Outlook: Johnson County Park and Rec reports: catfish good on green sunfish off the docks and along the north side of the dam; bass fair early on topwater lures, crankbaits on the north side.

SHAWNEE MISSION: 83 degrees, 3- to 4-foot clarity, normal. Outlook: Johnson County Park and Rec reports: catfish good on doughbait, green sunfish, shad on the flats; panfish fair on worms on the flats.

LA CYGNE: 94 degrees, clear, normal. Outlook: Linn County Parks reports: white bass, wipers good on jigging spoons, jigs in 15 feet of water along the roadbed in front of the power plant.

MELVERN: 81 degrees, slightly murky, normal. Outlook: Melvern Lake Marina reports: all species poor.

HILLSDALE: 87 degrees, clear, normal. Outlook: Jayhawk Marina reports: all species poor.

The fish are biting at Stockton Lake. Hit the flats, and you’ll find catfish hitting on fresh shad and walleyes on jigs with night crawlers. Fish main-lake brush and you’ll catch crappies. And early and late, white bass have been hitting jigs and topwater lures where they are surfacing. ]]> Kansas Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2630 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2629&goto=newpost Thu, 26 Aug 2010 01:44:23 GMT LAKES ANDERSON: Bass have moved deeper. Drop-shot plastics 30 to 35 feet or use deep-diving crankbaits. Bluegill bite is best in the south end. Use... LAKES

ANDERSON: Bass have moved deeper. Drop-shot plastics 30 to 35 feet or use deep-diving crankbaits. Bluegill bite is best in the south end. Use small red worms. 408-927-9144, 408-463-0711.

BERRYESSA: Bass are deep on offshore structure and in creek channels. Fish 20 to 50 feet deep. Follow creek channels into coves. 916-502-3474.

CAMANCHE: Bass fishing has been good for those drop-shotting or dart-heading plastic worms. Trout can be had 35 to 40 feet deep near dam and Hat Island. Catfish bite at night on cutbaits. 209-763-5915, 209-763-5166.

CHABOT: Big fish have been few and numbers light. 510-247-2526.

CALERO: Bass fishing has been steady. Boaters are punching mats with 11/2-ounce weights and sweet beavers. Frogs will work. 408-268-3883, 408-463-0711.

CHESBRO: Little happening except for stray bluegill. 408-358-3741, 408-463-0711.

CLEAR: Slow fishing lake-wide. Drop shot and Senkos, plus some jig fish seem to be best. Topwater is hit or miss, mostly miss. 707-994-3474, 707-279-4739.

COYOTE: Bass fishing is very good. Finesse fishing with dart-heads, jigs and crankbaits get bass 2 and 3 pounds. Crappie and bluegill provide a sidelight. 408-463-0711.

DEL VALLE: Striped bass are in upper narrows and Ghost Cove, Heron Bay and Swallow Bay. A catfish plant went in last week. Best fishing has been in lower narrows, east beach and the south end. 925-449-5201.

LOCH

LOMOND: Heat slowed a good bass bite. Bass have moved deep. Cool temperatures should make things better this weekend. 831-335-7424.

PARDEE: Kokanee Power is having a derby this weekend. Trout plant of 1,000 pounds will go in this week. 209-772-8108.

QUARRY LAKES: Catches of trout and catfish have been few despite planting of both. Bass becoming more common. 510-795-4883.

SAN LUIS RESERVOIR: Striper bite on main lake is slow. Forebay has been OK for small stripers. Some are legal. Use tiny flukes or topwater lures in early morning. 408-463-0711.

SAN PABLO RESERVOIR: Catfish plant of 2,400 pounds went in last week -- half at Main Recreation Area and half near Launch. The bite hasn't taken yet. Small spotted bass near the rock wall and in the preserve. 510-223-1661.

SHASTA: Bass fishing is good using hook-tailed grubs and tubes. Senkos will take fish early and late. Most are in the 1-pound range. Trout can be found 50 to 65 feet deep with Wee Tads. 1-800-670-4448, 1-800-462-3917.

UVAS: Catfish are active. Five-pounder was caught this week from the dam. Bass fishing at night has been steady using black-and-blue jigs or brush hogs. 408-463-0711.

DELTA

FRANK'S TRACT: Black-bass bite has been good, but anything larger than 2 pounds is rare. Frogs, Senkos, spinnerbaits or chatterbaits will work. Striped bass are at Washington Cut and False River and taking Lunker Plunkers. 925-625-2441.

RIO VISTA: Stripers are heading back toward Delta, and trollers and bait fishermen are getting fish near Rio Vista Bridge and Decker Island. 707-374-2372.

SALTWATER

BERKELEY: Rock-cod trips to the islands come back with limits of mixed cods and a lot of ling cod. The New El Dorado III on Monday had 34 lings to 18 pounds for 18 anglers to go along with 180 cod. Most lings were 8 to 12 pounds. The New Easy Rider on Monday had 11 salmon for seven to 26 pounds. Smallest was 12 pounds. Salmon trips will run through the end of the season this weekend. 510-849-3333, 510-223-5388, 707-334-4827.

CAPITOLA: Sardines caught from the pier, but few reports of striped bass. Perch, jack smelt and kingfish being caught from the pier. Halibut fishing has been slow because of swells. Albacore are reachable at weather buoy 25 miles out. 831-462-2208.

EMERYVILLE: Rock-cod fishing at the Farallons excellent. Potluck boats get limits of cod, but few halibut. Last boat that fished strictly in the bay Sunday had nine halibut for 18 anglers. 510-654-6040.

MONTEREY: Rock-cod fishing has resulted in regular limits. White sea bass trips are being offered. Last week, two trips had just under a sea bass per rod, but they were 30 to 60 pounds. 831-375-5951, 831-372-7440.

PACIFICA: Birds are diving, and jigs are being sold to pier anglers, so there is bait in the area but no solid reports of striped bass. 650-355-8303, 650-359-9790.

PILLAR POINT: Rock-cod boats continue to get half-limits to full. Smaller load boats are more likely to get limits. White sea bass have moved out of area. 650-726-7133, 650-726-2913.

SANTA CRUZ: Albacore within reach at the weather buoy 25 miles offshore. Albacore have been 20 to 30 pounds but the bite isn't wide open. 831-662-3020, 831-427-2334.

SAN FRANCISCO BAY: Best halibut bite taking place outside Golden Gate Bridge at North Bar. There are some halibut and striped bass at Red Rock. In the South Bay, boat anglers have had slow-going. Pier anglers get sharks, rays and perch. 650-589-3474.

For more information go to www.norcalfishingnews.com. ]]> California Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2629 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2628&goto=newpost Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:27:24 GMT Hampton Roads

Bluewater action has been pretty good as of late, which bodes well for today's start of the seventh annual Virginia Beach Billfish Tournament out of Southside Marina in Rudee Inlet. Teams can expect most of their points to come from white marlin, with a few sailfish and blue marlin in the mix. The dolphin division could be highly contested, as plenty of the tropical-colored fish are available. Some tuna could be caught, especially after a decent run of bigeye the last couple of days. Wahoo are few, but a couple could be caught. Shark also will show.

Offshore deep-droppers are finding tilefish, grouper, sea bass and other species along the edges of the Norfolk Canyon.

Closer to shore, amberjack are swarming the Navy's South Tower. They also can be found around the Chesapeake Light Tower and over many wrecks.

Working along the coast and inside the Chesapeake Bay, expect to find marauding cobia and red drum. Various species of shark also are abundant in the Bay. And large schools of cravelle jack have been found roaming the mouth of the Bay.

Look for Spanish mackerel around tidal rips, especially at Cape Henry.

At the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, expect to catch black drum, spadefish, sheepshead, bluefish, triggerfish and puppy drum.

Flounder action is good for large fish. Look for them along the span, especially from the fourth island north, and along the edges of channels. Try around wrecks, artificial reefs and rubble piles.

Bluefish and croaker are abundant throughout the lower bay.

In the inlets, look for puppy drum, small flounder, croaker, spot and bluefish.

Eastern Shore

Croaker numbers are on the rise around Oyster, signa ling what is an annual influx of out-of-town anglers seeking this tasty member of the drum family. Size should improve soon.

A few flounder, spot and sea mullet are available.

In barrier island backwaters, a few anglers are finding success with tarpon. They're catching plenty of sharks while looking.

Flounder action is best along the western shore, from the CBBT high rise levels up to the Cell.

Outer Banks

Bluewater trollers are finding the normal late-summer selection, which includes blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish, tuna, dolphin, wahoo and amberjack.

Wreck anglers can expect triggerfish, grouper, snapper, sea bass and bluefish.

Along the coast, cobia should be showing, along with some big red drum, lots of bluefish and scattered Spanish mackerel. King mackerel are a possibility.

In the inlets and sounds, flounder, trout, puppy drum, croaker, spot and sheepshead should be available.

Pier and surf

Big news comes from the Little Island Pier, where the season's first cobia have been caught. Action isn't fast, and fish aren't big, but you have to start somewhere.

Otherwise, it's mostly a late-summer mixed bag of small stuff - bluefish, Spanish mackerel, flounder, sea mullet, croaker, spot, skate and small shark. Outer Banks pier anglers could encounter a few king mackerel.

Freshwater

Bluegill and shellcracker continue to be the most consistent providers of action on area rivers and water supply reservoirs. Bigger ones will be working the bottom, away from shore, in deeper water.

Largemouth bass action is best early and late, or at night during a bright moon. Anglers fishing for bass during the day should work lures or live bait deep, along channel edges and points.

The outer edges of milfoil grass beds in Back Bay and Currituck Sound also should be holding bass.

White perch can be had in many tidal rivers, especially around creek mouths and old duck blinds.

Anglers working these rivers for bass can expect plenty of action from bowfin. They might not be what you're fishing for, but they sure hit hard and put up a good fight.

Lee Tolliver, (757) 222-5844, lee.tolliver@pilotonline.com ]]> Virginia Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2628 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2627&goto=newpost Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:17:23 GMT Annandale area: Those trying to catch walleyes are wetting their lines in Clearwater, Sylvia or Sugar lakes at 15 to 30 feet, using crawlers or... Annandale area: Those trying to catch walleyes are wetting their lines in Clearwater, Sylvia or Sugar lakes at 15 to 30 feet, using crawlers or redtail chub minnows. Plastic worms or jig-and-pig lures are the baits of choice for bass on Clearwater, French or Sylvia, near the deeper weed edges. Sunfish and crappies are hitting on crappie minnows at 15 to 20 feet on Clearwater, Pleasant or Cedar.

Bemidji area: Lake Bemidji and Cass Lake are the hottest spots for walleyes, at 12 to 22 feet using larger-sized minnows. During the evenings, anglers are pulling crankbaits. Smaller lakes such as Beltrami and Big Bass have produced the best bass action, using artificial worms with floats or spinners. Muskies are taking smaller bucktails or cowgirls at 15 feet near the weed lines.

Chisago City area: Anglers are enjoying terrific bass action on Chisago Lake using jigs and minnows at 10 to 12 feet or at deeper depths around the points using crankbaits. Walleye action has slowed, but some are being caught on South Center Lake, trolling with Shad Raps near the weed lines. Sunrise Lake has produced the best northern action, using sucker minnows.

Gull Lake/Brainerd lakes area: Rocky Point and Dutchman's Bluff are turning out the best walleye action on Gull Lake, using redtail chubs or jigging with fathead minnows at 12 to 17 feet. Walleyes can be caught on North Long Lake at about 16 feet using snells with spinnerbaits along the weed lines. The Cullen chain of lakes, North Long and Pelican have the been the best spots for northerns, at 17 to 24 feet using sucker minnows.

Lake Mille Lacs: Walleyes are hitting on deepwater crankbaits while trolling or leeches with slip bobbers at deeper depths (25 to 30 feet) around mud flats, gravel bars or the edges of rock piles. The best spots have been the north-end sand break, 7-mile flat and the 5-mile gravel. The north end of the lake and Sunset Bay have produced the best muskie action, using jerkbaits, bucktails or topwater baits.

Lake Vermilion: Crankbaits or a Lindy rig with a crawler are the best way to catch walleyes around the weed lines. Northerns have been active, throwing spinnerbaits or a spoon along the weed lines. Muskie action has been slow. ]]> Minnesota Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2627 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2625&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:52:21 GMT Animas River - Water levels are up with recent rains. With the rains, there will be turbid conditions at times. Fishing has been slow. Dolores River... Animas River - Water levels are up with recent rains. With the rains, there will be turbid conditions at times. Fishing has been slow.

Dolores River (lower) - The river below McPhee Reservoir is at a fishable 70 cfs. Large browns have made a comeback over the last three years. Anglers also are having success with rainbows.

Haviland Lake - Fishing has slowed but is still fair for 10-inch rainbow trout.

Lemon Reservoir - Fishing is fair for 8- to 10-inch rainbow trout. Large brown trout are occasionally taken along with some kokanee.

McPhee Reservoir - Most species are moving deeper into the reservoir to avoid warm temperatures. However, anglers are doing well for rainbow trout and kokanee salmon. Smallmouth bass fishing remains steady. A few walleye have been taken recently in the House Creek arm of the reservoir.

Navajo Reservoir - Water temperature is 75 degrees, and the water is clear. Fishing has slowed because of recent rains. However, anglers are catching Northern pike and smallmouth bass. Catfish also are being caught on bait.

Pastorius Reservoir - Fishing is fair for rainbow trout. The reservoir is shallow.

San Juan River - Fishing is reported as great; flows at 172 cfs.

Vallecito Reservoir - Fishing has been slow for kokanee and trout. Anglers are finding smallmouth bass along the dam face. There will be a stocking of 3,000 rainbow trout in the upcoming weeks. ]]> Colorado Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2625 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2624&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:50:22 GMT Lake Erie: Water was rough some days this week, but when conditions allowed, anglers were catching walleyes in 70-75 feet of water off the condos and... Lake Erie: Water was rough some days this week, but when conditions allowed, anglers were catching walleyes in 70-75 feet of water off the condos and east of the condos. A number of large walleyes were reported, including a 31??-inch, 10-pounder caught by Jason Steiner, 11, of Jefferson Hills. Perch remained spotty, with catches coming off Trout Run and Walnut Creek in 50-55 feet.

Allegheny River, Allegheny Reservoir (Warren County): A few walleyes were hitting late in the evening, and the smallmouth bass bite was starting. Good size rainbows and browns were reported in the trophy trout section.

Pymatuning Lake (Crawford County): The best bite in recent days was large channel catfish, although a few anglers were trolling Hot n Tots for walleyes and coming up with an occasional keeper. Crappies were hitting in the deep brush piles.

Conneaut Lake (Crawford County): The deep weed beds were yielding nice largemouth bass, with some anglers doing well on tubes and half-ounce jigs in green pumpkin color.

Canadohta Lake (Crawford County): Northern pike up to 24 inches were hitting off the docks on live shiners and crankbaits.

French Creek (Crawford, Venango counties): Low, warm conditions shut down the walleye bite, but a few smallmouth bass were reported by anglers fishing green tubes or orange jigs with brown trailers north of Meadville.

Allegheny River (Venango County): Anglers reported nice walleye catches from 16-28 inches in recent weeks. Smallmouth bass up to 19?? inches also were hitting. A dandy catfish bite was reported on live and cut baits. Dawn Whitley of Franklin caught a 32-inch, 14-plus pound flathead.

Justus Lake (Venango County): Nice numbers of smallmouth bass were hitting in shallow water near drop offs, but sizes were small.

Lake Arthur (Butler County): Ernie Pate Jr. of Butler and Ken Pate of Chicora won last Saturday's Keystone Bass Buddy Circuit tournament with a six-fish limit of 15?? pounds. Steve Matecka of Curtisville caught the lunker, a 5-pound, 6-ounce largemouth. A total of 129 bass, including 123 largemouths and six smallmouths totaling 289?? pounds were released. Half of the 94 two-person teams caught fish, and just seven six-fish limits were taken.

Allegheny River: Slow to average fishing was reported in recent days. The Venture Outdoors Downtown TriAnglers caught flathead and channel catfish up to 20 inches from the North Shore, Wednesday, as well as a 20??-inch smallmouth buffalo released by Tommy Lippert of Spring Garden.

Monongahela River: Ethan Daerr of Jefferson Hills leads the Shad Lure Bait and Tackle August Carp Contest with a 5-pound carp caught Aug. 12. One angler caught walleyes trolling around New Eagle in the evenings.

Ohio River: Moderate temperatures increased fishing pressure mid-week, with average catches reported.

Youghiogheny Reservoir (Fayette County): Four anglers caught 20 smallmouth bass, 14 to 18?? inches, mostly in shallow water on the Maryland side, Monday. They also caught average-size bluegills, rock bass and perch, and a few catfish. Water levels were low in recent days. ]]> Pennsylvania Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2624 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2623&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:12:41 GMT Local lakes: Kathy from Lakeside Marine told us that the rainbow trout fishing up at Tenmile Lakes has remained very good all summer. Anglers have... Local lakes: Kathy from Lakeside Marine told us that the rainbow trout fishing up at Tenmile Lakes has remained very good all summer. Anglers have been doing best fishing night crawlers with marshmallows, which have been floating the bait off the bottom about a foot. Most anglers were off the lake last weekend because of the drag boat races. One young angler did catch a 143⁄4 inch largemouth bass off the marina docks while yellow perch fishing.

Local rivers: Fall Chinook fishing remained slow on the lower Rogue River last weekend. A total of four fish were checked in on Sunday. Anglers believe that a combination of warm water and an abundance of bait fish has kept the bite off. Anglers fishing upriver near Agness have seen an increase of summer steelhead taken. During one recent netting by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, several 6-to 8-pound steelhead were counted. Anglers fishing the lower Coquille River for fall Chinook took several nice fish over the weekend. Several fish taken were in the 30-pound range, with a few jack salmon mixed in. Jim Oglesby and his great-grandson Chance White had a great trip Monday morning. Eleven-year-old Chance caught a 29-pound beautiful Chinook salmon along with a jack salmon. Fall Chinook fishing picked up on Coos Bay as well last weekend. Anglers reported catching fish near the mouth at Charleston and upriver as far as The Mill Casino-Hotel. Anglers reported doing best cut-plugging sardines or herring.

Pacific Ocean: Last week Prowler Charters from Bandon scored good numbers of albacore tuna for their clients. Last weekend the weather got better, allowing smaller boats to venture out for tuna as well. The fish have been between 35 to 45 miles off shore and have been scattered over a large area. Anglers reported catching a mixed bag of coho and king salmon over the weekend out of the Port of Brookings. Most of the fish were taken between 5 to 7 miles off shore. Dick Sumner and Don Ackers caught six coho salmon out of the Port of Bandon last Sunday. Three of the coho were fin-clipped, the largest weighing in at 14 pounds, dressed. The guys were fishing whole baits and hoochies near the surface in about 300 feet of water. Ocean salmon fishing also picked up outside the bar at Coos Bay. Anglers caught a mixed bag of coho and king salmon out near the whistler. Rock cod fishing has remained great along the South Coast. Anglers fishing out of Bandon caught a nice grade of black rock cod and plenty of ling cod last weekend. Crabbing outside the bar has been excellent and remains open until Oct. 15.

Area shellfish: Crabbing inside the bay at Bandon was excellent last weekend. Boaters had no trouble finding limits of crab in the lower bay. One family caught two limits off of Weber’s Pier early Monday.

Kids Fish Free update: The winners of the Kids Fish Free drawing will be announced today (Aug. 19) on the Oregon Outdoors radio show. Fifteen lucky kids will get to fish free with Prowler Charters and spend the night at the Inn at Face Rock with dinner at Bandon Bill’s Grill. Earl Rankin is up to 237 rods and reels given to children 14 and younger.

(Tony Roszkowski has owned and operated Port O’ Call — TonysCrabShack.com — on the Bandon waterfront since 1989. Many South Coast anglers rely on his fish and shellfish reports. Hear more from Tony on ‘Oregon Outdoors’ Thursdays on KWRO 630 AM.) ]]> Oregon Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2623 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2622&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Aug 2010 13:53:14 GMT KEYS Rick Berry of Key Largo Rods in Islamorada reported that local captains have been finding good numbers of large dolphin in the middle of the... KEYS

Rick Berry of Key Largo Rods in Islamorada reported that local captains have been finding good numbers of large dolphin in the middle of the Gulf Stream. . . . Allen J. Smith of Miami fished out of Islamorada with captain Chris Jones and released four small tarpon and a 4-pound bonefish on fly. . . . Captain Chris Johnson of SeaSquared Charters out of Marathon reported finding plenty of gaffer-size dolphin and a few wahoo under birds, near floating debris and along weed lines 18 miles offshore of Sombrero Light. . . . Kemp Mosley from Mississippi fished with Rick Kilgore of Islamorada Fishing Charters offshore of Islamorada and landed a 67-pound wahoo on 30-pound trolling gear.

TREASURE COAST

Captain Charlie Conner of FishTales Charters out of Port St. Lucie reported that sea trout are biting in the river on jig heads and soft plastic baits and on live pigfish or shrimp under a popping cork. Redfish are hitting under docks and shallow flats, snook fishing is good for catch and release around the inlet jetties and under docks and snapper are biting around rocky areas in the river. . . . Captain Tom Van Horn of Mosquito Coast Fishing Charters reported finding black drum and big redfish up to 50 inches in the Indian River Lagoon and kingfish, snook and tarpon along the oceanside beaches.

FLORIDA BAY

Captain Bob LeMay reported finding large sea trout, a few big tarpon, mangrove snapper and quite a few grouper while casting jigs along small islands and points in the area of Shark River. . . . Captain Jim Hobales of Caught Lookin Fishing Charters reported having lots of action from 40- to 50-pound lemon sharks while fishing chunks of ladyfish on the bottom, along with a few legal-sized redfish and an occasional snook while fishing the rivers and creeks north of East Cape Canal.

SOUTHWEST COAST

Captain Terry Pitz of Southwest Fishing Charters out of St. James City reported that large tarpon have arrived in his areas, with fish up to 200 pounds available. Redfish are in good numbers along the deeper mangrove shorelines, snook are in the inlets and along the beaches and large sea trout can be had on the grass flats. Offshore, mackerel, cobia, jack, sharks and grouper have been biting.

FRESHWATER

Freshwater fishing guide Steve Daniels out of Lake Okeechobee reported that along the north end of the lake, next to the pepper grass, largemouth bass have been eating flukes and flipping shads. On the south end of the lake, the bulrushes have produced large largemouth bass on flippin shads and buzz frogs. . . . Drew Gregg of Davie fished with captain Alan Zaremba in the L-33 zone and caught 25 largemouth bass up to 3 pounds on soft plastics. ]]> Florida Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2622 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2621&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Aug 2010 13:48:31 GMT Southeast Lower Peninsula Lake Erie - Anglers are catching nice perch out from Stoney Point and Sterling State Park in 24 to 26 feet of water using... Southeast Lower Peninsula

Lake Erie - Anglers are catching nice perch out from Stoney Point and Sterling State Park in 24 to 26 feet of water using shiner minnows. Perch are also being taken out from Lake Erie Metropark Marina and Rat Island.

Detroit River - Walleye anglers are having success fishing at night dragging rapalas and pencil plugs on the American and Canadian side and hand-lining the Lower Trenton Channel. Some perch are being taken around the north side of the cross dike, near buoy 3 and the northeast corner of Celeron island.

Lake St. Clair - Warm waters and windy conditions have kept most anglers away. Those who are venturing out are finding a few walleye out by the channel. Muskie action is good in the middle of the lake.

St. Clair River - Fish are being taken jigging in the mornings and afternoons.

Lexington - Good catches of lake trout and steelhead, with the occasional coho, chinook, and pinks while trolling in 80 to 140 feet of water. Try spoons with greens or blues.

Port Sanilac - Perch action has been hit and miss. Try drifting until you find an active school. Most perch have been coming from weed beds in 15 to 35 feet of water.

Caseville - Those trolling for walleye are converging north of Big Charity Island and fishing the Steeples and around the reefs between Caseville and Port Austin. Fish are regularly being taken as deep as 65 to 70 feet. Find water temperatures around 70 degrees and you'll find the walleye.

Saginaw Bay - Walleye fishing continues to be slow in the inner bay due to elevated water temperatures. Perch fishing continues to be fair to good along the shipping channel at the Spark Plug at Buoys 11 and 12 and out at Buoys 1, 2 and 18. A few were also taken from the shipping channel near Spoils Island. Perch are hitting minnows, which continue to be in short supply because of the season of the year.

Southwest Lower Peninsula

St. Joseph - Anglers were reporting good catches of coho on the north pier, as well are out in deeper waters. Perch fishing was reported as fair to good.

St. Joseph River - Fishing was slightly better this week but overall on the slow side. Smallmouth bass were being taken on small crank baits. Anglers fishing on the bottom with live bait were catching drum and a few suckers.

Kalamazoo River - Due to the recent oil spill, a section of the river from Marshall to Morrow Dam is closed to all recreational use including fishing until further notice.

Wamplers Lake - Bluegill were biting 12 to 16 feet down in 6 feet of water with crickets being the most popular bait.

Holland - Anglers were catching some nice perch south of the pier in 40 feet of water.

Grand Haven - Trout and salmon are scattered in deep waters. Try fishing 90 to 110 feet down in waters 100 to 130 feet. Windy weather has made pier fishing slow to non-existent.

Grand River at Lansing - Anglers were catching large and smallmouth bass on baby crawlers, minnows and artificial grub tails. Moores Park was producing walleye in the early morning, while those fishing the afternoon were catching bass and catfish.

Muskegon - High wind and rough water has kept anglers away.

Whitehall - Salmon fishing has been poor as the fish are scattered.

Northeast Lower Peninsula

Mullett Lake - Walleye pressure has remained high with anglers having fair success trolling 50 feet down in 80 to 110 feet of water between Round and Red Pine Point. Night fishing has been showing success with anglers catching their three fish limit. Northern pike have been taken near Dodge Point, Long Point and near the Pigeon Bay and Indian River areas in 8 to 15 feet of water using live minnows, crawlers, and crank baits. Bass fishing pressure has still been low. A few smallmouth have been caught near Aloha State Park, Indian River, Pigeon Bay and between Long and Dodge Point in 15 to 25 feet of water on crawlers and tubes. Those targeting yellow perch are fishing near the points, the north sunken island and in the bays in 10 to 30 feet of water using crawlers and minnows. A few trout were taken by those trolling spoons from Red Pine Point to Round Point and near Long Point in 75 to 100 feet of water fishing 20 to 50 feet down. A few cisco have been taken while trolling spoons midwater in 80 to 110 feet while fishing for trout.

Rogers City - Is producing chinook and pink salmon, lake trout, steelhead, brown trout and walleye. Most of the action is straight out and north towards Forty Mile Point and south towards Swan Bay fishing the top 40 feet in 40 to 80 feet of water. Common colors include blue, orange, green, white, glow or any combination

Presque Isle - Good catches are coming in from all directions. Anglers are fishing in 45 to 90 feet of water, fishing the top half. Blue, orange, silver, green and glow combinations are working well. Locate the bait and fish structure for best results.

Rockport - Lake trout are being targeted in 115 feet of water near the Wreck. Anglers looking for salmon are fishing False Presque Isle to the Island in water 60 feet deep, fishing 30 feet down. Dark colors are working well for both areas.

Alpena - Boat anglers were fishing walleye off Sulfur Island in 30 feet of water. The fish are suspended about 7 feet down, hitting on crawler harnesses. A few anglers are also heading 20 miles out to the Humps targeting lake trout on darker spoons. Those fishing the river are catching channel catfish and bass.

Harrisville - Fishing pressure has slowed with the warm weather. Lake trout are out in deep water, about 120 feet in the morning hours and deeper as the day progresses. Lures resembling smelt work the best. Lead core out to 10 colors have been working as well. Steelhead catches are being reported in 70 to 100 feet of water on dipsey divers, lead core and running planner boards with lead core. Orange still works well.

Oscoda - Lake trout are being caught in 120 to 150 feet of water, 80 to 90 feet down. A few steelhead have been caught straight out from the river mouth in 65 to 90 feet of water on spoons and flies when used in conjunction with dipsey divers and lead core. Orange is the most productive color, followed by silver and blue.

Au Sable River - Fishing is slow as dredging is still underway. No reports of walleye being caught, although a few catfish, smallmouth bass and pike have been caught further upriver.

Higgins Lake - Is producing perch at the Sunken Island or along the drop-offs and towards the table top. Lake trout are being taken in 90 feet of water on the west side of the lake and pike can be found along the southwest corner. Some anglers are targeting bowfin in 15 to 20 feet of water. Houghton Lake - Fishing has slowed with the warm weather, but anglers are still catching walleye, bass and panfish in the weed beds in 6 to 8 feet of water.

Tawas - Pier fishing is slow. Anglers trolling for walleye are getting good catches out near Buoys 4 & 6 and Buoy 2; also in 30 to 65 feet of water off Alabaster and out north of Big Charity Island. An occasional steelhead is being taken along with the walleye.

Au Gres - Those trolling for walleye are doing well north of Big Charity Island in 50 to 65 feet of water. A few perch are being caught along the shipping channel in 40 feet of water south of Pointe Au Gres.

Northwest Lower Peninsula

Petoskey - Despite the bay remaining warm, salmon are starting to show up in Little Traverse Bay. Anglers have found salmon scattered in 110 to 150 feet of water from the Petoskey pier head to Bay Harbor. The best action has come on a white or green hoochie with a white, green or red fly.

Charlevoix - Salmon fishing is starting to pick up with many anglers finding fish from North Point to Fishermen's Point 70 to 100 feet down during the first or last light hours. Salmon have been taken on glow spoons and white rotators with a green or blue fly. Pine River Channel has slowed, with anglers catching small walleye and bass with the occasional keeper thrown in.

Traverse City - In the West Bay, anglers trolling for salmon are starting to see more steady results. Many have marked fish along the west side of the bay, south of the M-22 launch. Flies or plugs seem to work best. Lake trout and whitefish anglers are catching fish in around 90 feet of water and are doing better in early morning. Along the East Bay, whitefish anglers are catching good numbers of fish targeting waters around 100 feet. Salmon anglers are trolling the peninsula side of the bay and catching few fish. Lake trout anglers are finding spin and glows or peanuts work the best. Smallmouth anglers are still catching a good number of fish from 20 feet and shallower. Elk Rapids shore anglers are seeing good numbers of smallmouth and found leaches or minnows worked the best.

Boardman River - Few anglers are reporting, seeing or catching fish. Many anglers are targeting the deeper holes in the river and using live bait for smallmouth and bluegills.

Frankfort - Is active with nice catches of chinook from the Herring Hole and north at the Six Mile Hole fishing to 200 feet. Try glow plugs and lures early in the morning, then switch to meat rigs and spoons with blue after the sun rises. Coho are starting to move into the area.

Betsie River - Fishing is slow with low fishing pressure. A few chinook have entered the river and are showing up at Homestead Dam.

Onekama - Straight out from the outlet to 220 feet and trolling 80 to 150 feet is working well for catching salmon. The early morning catch between 5:00 and 6:30 a.m. is the most productive. Pearl white flashers with green flies are a local favorite, after the morning glows. Chinook are beginning to change colors.

Manistee - Salmon are being taken in 80 to 140 feet of water on glow plugs. No salmon reported yet off the piers.

Ludington - Anglers are catching salmon in 80 to 160 feet of water between the bath house and Big Sable Point on glow plugs and glow spoons.

Portage Lake - Due to warm water, the fish are hanging around the deep water of the buoy or close to where the trees overhang the water. On the south side bluegill are hitting well near the docks in 10 to 15 feet of water. Worms are working best. Bass anglers are having the most luck early morning on wax worms.

Upper Peninsula

Keweenaw Bay - Angler participation was low but the fish bite seemed to pick up at South Portage Entry over the past week. A combination of lake trout, coho and rainbow were taken in 40 to 80 feet of water off Big Reef, Farmers Reef and Newton's Reef.

Marquette - Action has been good with limits of lake trout reported. The best success has been north of White Rocks and the Sand Hole in 180 to 200 feet of water, with most fish being caught 20 to 30 feet from the bottom. Spoons are providing the best action with choice colors of silver/gold and orange/melon combination. Good catches of lake trout at Stannard Rock with fish averaging 5 to 28 pounds. If you catch a tagged fish, return it to the address located on the tag or contact your local DNRE office for more information.

Au Train - Good fishing action has been reported for lake trout, with fish averaging 3 to 5 pounds. The best areas have been north of the Wood Island Reef and north of Au Train Island.

Munising - Reports relatively slow fishing activity. Fishing within the bay has been poor though there are some scattered reports of decent fishing in Trout Bay. Anglers fishing the Big Reef are seeing good catches of nice sized lake trout. Trolling assorted color spoons remains the most popular method.

Grand Marais - Lake trout fishing has been good when the weather permits, with some limits being reported 5 to 7 miles north of the bay in the shipping channel. Most are fishing in 150 to 200 feet of water using an assortment of spoons. Good catches of lake trout at the Big Reef. Shore angling remains slow.

St. Mary's River - Walleye fishing is still good by the powerhouse to Raber Bay using crawler harnesses and jigs.

Indian Lake - Most fishing effort was on the north end of the lake. The wind has been high, which made still fishing difficult. Yellow perch were being taken on the north end and near the rock pile in the center of the lake on crawlers. Anglers drifted or trolled with crawler harnesses or drifted gulp minnows for walleye and a few smaller fish were caught. Smallmouth bass were also caught using the same method.

De Tour - Salmon and trout anglers are still trolling both sides of the shipping channel to the red can on the Drummond Island side, to the number 3 green can and to the lighthouse. Chinook, Atlantic and pink salmon, along with lake and rainbow trout are being taken fishing white, black/white combination or green glow spoons, or green, silver flashers with flies. Walleye are hitting upstream in Raber Bay in front of the launch or Karens Resort. Changing colors frequently seems to be assisting the harvest, with pink or yellow/red crawler harnesses being a favorite.

Cedarville and Hessel - Anglers are fishing from the Hessel Marina pier for perch, pike and bass. The perch catch is excellent with fish averaging 9 inches. Fishing the early morning hours with crawlers or minnows is best. Boat anglers are fishing in front of Haven Island, the south shore of Hessel Bay and Snows Channel. Perch can also be picked up in the east end of Cedarville Bay and in Moscoe Channel casting stick baits in 8 to 12 feet of water. Dredging has begun at the Cedarville launch, which means the launch will be closed for about 3 months. Anglers may use the public access off Four Mile Block on Musky Bay or the tribal launch on Mckay Bay.

St. Ignace - Anglers are tolling for trout and salmon on the bay flats from the old fuel tanks to the Coast Guard Station and to the Edison Plant fishing a green spoon with white and yellow scallops, orange crush or flashers and flies. At the Pine River mouth, catfish are being taken on leeches and rock bass on crawlers. ]]> Michigan Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2621 http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2620&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Aug 2010 02:29:52 GMT By Tim Goode LAKES ANDERSON: Small bass being caught, but it takes some work. Drag plastics off points and near the bridge. 408-927-9144,... By Tim Goode

LAKES

ANDERSON: Small bass being caught, but it takes some work. Drag plastics off points and near the bridge. 408-927-9144, 408-463-0711.

BERRYESSA: Bass bite has been uneven with cooler weather. Best approach is Carolina-rigged Robo-worms. 916-502-3474.

CAMANCHE: Catfish is best bet. Chicken liver and mackerel offered early and late work best. 209-763-5915, 209-763-5166.

CHABOT: A 9.8-pound catfish from Honker Bay was big fish of the week. Mackerel has been the best bait. 510-247-2526.

CALERO: Topwater poppers can attract bass first thing in the morning. Punch weeds, cast Senkos or use frogs in the day. 408-268-3883, 408-463-0711.

CHESBRO: Catfish bite at night. Small crappie can be caught on mini-jigs near structure and in coves. 408-358-3741, 408-463-0711.

COYOTE: The best bass lake in South Bay. Use Rat-l-traps or spinnerbaits for bass to 6 pounds. Crappie and bluegill bite near the launch ramp or the dam take wax worms, small minnows or red worms. 408-463-0711.

DEL VALLE: Striped bass and catfish keep anglers busy. A 17-pound striper was the big fish of week. Cats to 10 pounds also landed. A plant of 750 pounds of catfish went in last week. 925-449-5201.

LOCH LOMOND: Bass bite improving, and bluegill continue to bite. Bass in the 10-pound range cruising the shoreline, but most being caught are 1 to 3 pounds. 831-335-7424.

LOS VAQUEROS: Striped bass to 15 pounds come in from Rock Wall and Oak Point. Frozen anchovies work best. Catfish to 20 pounds are being caught. Largemouth bass are being caught with Senkos at mouth of Howden and Peninsula coves. A plant of 1,200 pounds of trout goes in Friday. 925-371-2628.

McALPINE: Trout take flies and spinners in the morning. Bass have become more active and take crankbaits. Catfish like cutbaits. A catfish derby will be held 6 p.m.-midnight Saturday. Top prize is $300. 831-623-4263.

PARDEE: Trout plant went in Friday, so bank fishing has been productive for those using Power Bait or Power Eggs. Trolling in river arm or near dam get trout and kokanee 30 to 50 feet below. Bass take plastics via drop-shot in the river arms. Catfish are in the south end. 209-772-8108.

QUARRY LAKES: Neither trout nor catfish are biting despite stocks of both last week. 510-795-4883.

SAN LUIS RESERVOIR: Fish top of weed beds in forebay for striped bass. Another option is trolling along edges near the flats. Jumbo minnows also will get stripers. Striper fishing in the main lake improving. 408-463-0711.

SAN PABLO RESERVOIR: A plant of 2,400 pounds of catfish is going in the next week. 510-223-1661.

SANTA MARGARITA LAKE: Catfish, bluegill and redear sunfish are being caught. Bass fishing is slow. A 22-pound cat was caught Friday near the dam. 805-438-1522.

UVAS: Catfish to 5 pounds best at night with cutbaits. 408-463-0711.

DELTA

FRANK'S TRACT: Small black bass make up most of the catch at Frank's Tract and Big Break. Stripers will take topwater baits in the early morning and late afternoon. 925-625-2441.

RIO VISTA: Stripers are being taken on the troll above the Rio Vista Bridge to Isleton. Georgianna Slough also a good spot. 707-374-2372.

SALTWATER

BERKELEY: Salmon fishing decent Thursday and Friday but died over the weekend. Monday trip by the New Easy Rider had 11 salmon to 28 pounds for 12 anglers. The El Dorado on Tuesday had 13 halibut and a handful of rock cod for nine. 510-849-3333, 510-223-5388, 707-334-4827.

CAPITOLA: Striper fishing has been decent for smaller schoolie fish at New Brighton and near Capitola Pier. Halibut have moved to depths of 50 to 70 feet. 831-462-2208.

EMERYVILLE: Rock-cod fishing is very good with limits coming back daily from island trips. Lings are few. Potluck trips go to the islands first; try for stripers and halibut on the way in. Salmon trips are scheduled for Friday and Saturday. 510-654-6040.

MONTEREY: Local trips get limits of cod. Bags are better when boats get to Point Sur. 831-375-5951, 831-372-7440.

PACIFICA: There is bait in the water near Mussel Rock. A few striped bass are showing at Rockaway and Linda Mar. 650-355-8303, 650-359-9790.

PILLAR POINT: White sea bass and halibut moved in last week, and skiffs have been working for fish from 30 to 60 pounds. Bite has been right outside Pillar Point Harbor and just south. Party boats have been getting limits of rock fish on weekend. 650-726-7133, 650-726-2913.

SANTA CRUZ: Weekend trips to local reefs get limits of rock cod. Halibut are found from Davenport to Capitola. 831-662-3020; 831-427-2334.

SAN FRANCISCO BAY: Most sport boats are heading to the Marin coast for salmon. Shore anglers get sharks and a few perch. 650-589-3474; 510-703-4148.

SAN PABLO BAY: Fishing fair for halibut at Paradise, Red Rock and Angel Island. Stripers can be had at the Brothers and the same spots as the halibut. 415-456-0321. ]]> California Fishing Reports T_boy http://www.reelfishingreports.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2620