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Lake Berryessa Fishing Report | July 14, 2025
2025-07-14

Lake Berryessa Fishing Report | July 14, 2025

Napa County
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Lake Berryessa
Kokanee salmon Eagle Lake trout King salmon

Water Conditions

Weather
Weather
Not specified
Water Temp
Water Temp
Warming up
Water Clarity
Water Clarity
Not specified
Water Flow
Water Flow
Not specified

Fishing Overview

Target Species
Kokanee salmon, Eagle Lake trout, King salmon
Depth Range
40 to 75 feet
Presentation
Big Nate’s Kokanee Kit tipped with chrome killer scent
Best Time
Not specified
Successful Lures
Chrome killer scent (recipe in previous videos), Big Nate’s Kokanee Kit, Trout Trix Minnows & Trout Trix Worms
Other Techniques
Trolling at varying depths to follow fish as they drop deeper due to warming water

Guide’s Tips & Notes

Advice for This Week
Use the Big Nate’s kokanee kit and tip it with chrome killer scent. Fish are moving deeper due to warming water, so troll between 40 and 75 feet. Check out previous videos for the corn recipe.
Changes We’re Seeing
Fish are dropping deeper as water temperature rises, searching for cooler layers. King salmon are showing up in bigger numbers.
Predictions for Next Week
Fishing should remain fantastic, with king salmon expected to be the main target as bait starts to drop moving into September.

Recommended Gear for This Trip

Chrome Killer™ Scent by Big Nate

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

Chrome Killer™ is Captain Nate’s go-to UV-enhanced oil scent for chrome lures. Loaded with real baitfish oils, amino acids, and bite stimulants—it hammers kokanee, trout, and kings.

Big Nates Ultimate Kokanee Kit

Regular price $51.08 USD
Sale price $51.08 USD Regular price $60.09 USD

Ready to Slam Kokanee This Season?
Big Nate—Kokanee legend and master angler—has put together his go-to gear for serious results on the water. This powerhouse kit includes:

1x Pink w/ Black Stripe 6 in Dodger

1x Pink w/ Silver Tribal 6 in Dodger

1x Legendary Chrome Killer Scent

1x T-Pex Pink w/ Black Dots

1x T-Pex Orange w/ Black Dots

1x T-Pex Cream Pop

1x T-Pex Gold Orange Black Dot

Tested and proven to hook limits. Don't hit the lake without it.

Trout Trix Minnows - 5 pack

Regular price $2.89 USD
Sale price $2.89 USD Regular price $3.85 USD

The Trigger Minnow by Catch America is a lifelike soft plastic minnow designed to mimic real baitfish with fluid, natural movement in the water. Whether trolled, cast, or drifted, this thin-bodied bait produces an irresistible action that triggers aggressive strikes from trout, bass, kokanee, and more. Works great in fresh and saltwater with or without additional rigging.

Includes FIVE 2.75-inch plastic minnows

Thin, flexible body mimics real forage
Pairs perfectly with an Action Disc for erratic movement
Excellent scent retention for prolonged effectiveness
Can be used for trolling, casting, or drifting
Available in five trout-teasing colors

Trout Trix Minnows Kit - 25 pack

Regular price $11.25 USD
Sale price $11.25 USD Regular price $15.00 USD

The Trix Minnow Kit by Catch America features lifelike, soft plastic minnows designed to mimic real baitfish. Perfect for trout trolling in fresh and saltwater, these thin-bodied lures deliver irresistible action when paired with an Action Disc, triggering aggressive strikes. Works for trout, but don’t be surprised if a lunker bass joins the catch!

Kit Includes:
25 Assorted-Color Trix Minnows (Natural Minnow, Bubble Gum, Translucent Pink, Hot Orange, Pure White)
Straight Shank J Hooks
Bobber Stops
Action Discs
Beads

Trix Rigging Kit

Regular price $2.89 USD
Sale price $2.89 USD Regular price $3.85 USD

The Trix Rigging Kit by Catch America is your ultimate tool for lifelike bait presentations. Complete with all essentials for rigging Trix Minnows, it ensures peak performance and attraction in the water. Ideal for anglers at every skill level!

Includes ...

  • Three Action Discs
  • Five straight shank J hooks
  • 10 beads
  • Eight bobber stops