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Don Pedro Fishing Report | August 11, 2025
2025-08-11

Don Pedro Fishing Report | August 11, 2025

Tuolumne County
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
Don Pedro Reservoir
Rainbow trout King salmon Kokanee

Water Conditions

Weather
Weather
Weather warmed up after a cool start; recently moved past 100-degree heat
Water Temp
Water Temp
Not specified
Water Clarity
Water Clarity
Not specified
Water Flow
Water Flow
Not specified

Fishing Overview

Target Species
Rainbow trout, King salmon, Kokanee
Depth Range
Not specified
Presentation
Custom homemade spoons with Kokanee Slammer scent applied
Best Time
Early morning before heavy weekend boat traffic
Successful Lures
Homemade spoons with Kokanee Slammer scent, corn (planned for Kokanee targeting)
Other Techniques
Staying in less congested areas to avoid boat traffic and maximize fishing time

Guide’s Tips & Notes

Advice for This Week
Bring corn when targeting Kokanee, and apply scent to spoons to attract fish. Plan trips early to avoid heavy recreational boat traffic on weekends.
Changes We’re Seeing
Increasing boat traffic as the weather warms; schools of Kokanee being marked but not heavily targeted yet.
Predictions for Next Week
Setting up for a great fall fishery at Don Pedro with good fishing opportunities expected over the next several days.

Recommended Gear for This Trip

Monte's Kokanee Slammer™

Regular price $7.96 USD
Sale price $7.96 USD Regular price $9.95 USD

Monte Smith’s Top Secret Kokanee Slammer is packed with amino-based tuna & herring oils to trigger aggressive strikes. Add it to your lures and watch your catch rates soar!