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Springtime Bounty on the Colorado: Stripers, Bass, and Trophy Trout in Las Vegas Waterways
Published 1 year ago
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Artificial Lure here with today’s fishing report for the Colorado River in the Las Vegas area, including Lake Mead and Lake Mohave. The sun rose at 6:22 AM and will set at 7:06 PM, leaving you with plenty of time to enjoy the great spring fishing weather. Clear skies are blessing the waters, with temperatures peaking at 80°F and a gentle southwest breeze at 5-10 mph. Water temperatures hover around 62°F, perfect for active feeding across various species.
The water flow below the Hoover Dam is steady at about 12,500 cfs, creating optimal conditions for anglers. Here’s the latest on what’s biting and where to go:
Striped bass are the stars of the show this week, with plenty of catches reported in the 10-20 pound range. Trolling near Hemenway Harbor in Lake Mead with cut anchovies, live shad, or white swimbaits has been very productive. Largemouth bass are heating up as well, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. Green pumpkin or watermelon soft plastics, crankbaits, and jigs work best in coves with submerged vegetation, including those around Callville Bay.
For rainbow trout enthusiasts, Willow Beach at Lake Mohave continues to deliver, particularly following recent trout stockings. Anglers have had success with Powerbait and small spinners like Panther Martins, with trout measuring 12-16 inches on average and some reaching trophy sizes of 18-20 inches.
Catfish are active during the evenings, with channel catfish responding well to stinkbaits, chicken livers, and cut shad near the Lake Mead Marina. Carp, though less targeted, offer a rewarding fight for those using dough baits or corn in slack water.
Two hotspots to prioritize:
1. Hemenway Harbor at Lake Mead – a top location for striped bass and largemouth bass. Try a mix of trolling and casting around submerged structures.
2. Willow Beach at Lake Mohave – a prime spot for trout and striped bass, with trout biting on spinners and stripers hitting live bait.
As for bait and gear recommendations:
- Use live shad or cut anchovies for stripers.
- Opt for deep-diving crankbaits, soft plastic worms, and jigs for bass.
- Powerbait and small spinners are a go-to for trout.
- Stinkbaits or chicken liver work best for catfish.
Don’t forget, you’ll need appropriate fishing licenses for Nevada and Arizona waters if you’re crossing state lines or using a boat. Tight lines, and I’ll see you out there!
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
This episode includes AI-generated content.
The water flow below the Hoover Dam is steady at about 12,500 cfs, creating optimal conditions for anglers. Here’s the latest on what’s biting and where to go:
Striped bass are the stars of the show this week, with plenty of catches reported in the 10-20 pound range. Trolling near Hemenway Harbor in Lake Mead with cut anchovies, live shad, or white swimbaits has been very productive. Largemouth bass are heating up as well, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. Green pumpkin or watermelon soft plastics, crankbaits, and jigs work best in coves with submerged vegetation, including those around Callville Bay.
For rainbow trout enthusiasts, Willow Beach at Lake Mohave continues to deliver, particularly following recent trout stockings. Anglers have had success with Powerbait and small spinners like Panther Martins, with trout measuring 12-16 inches on average and some reaching trophy sizes of 18-20 inches.
Catfish are active during the evenings, with channel catfish responding well to stinkbaits, chicken livers, and cut shad near the Lake Mead Marina. Carp, though less targeted, offer a rewarding fight for those using dough baits or corn in slack water.
Two hotspots to prioritize:
1. Hemenway Harbor at Lake Mead – a top location for striped bass and largemouth bass. Try a mix of trolling and casting around submerged structures.
2. Willow Beach at Lake Mohave – a prime spot for trout and striped bass, with trout biting on spinners and stripers hitting live bait.
As for bait and gear recommendations:
- Use live shad or cut anchovies for stripers.
- Opt for deep-diving crankbaits, soft plastic worms, and jigs for bass.
- Powerbait and small spinners are a go-to for trout.
- Stinkbaits or chicken liver work best for catfish.
Don’t forget, you’ll need appropriate fishing licenses for Nevada and Arizona waters if you’re crossing state lines or using a boat. Tight lines, and I’ll see you out there!
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
This episode includes AI-generated content.