Lake Oroville Fishing Report | July 28, 2025
The report at a glance
Depth
55–85 feet, with some kings down to 110 feet
Presentation
Trolling near bait balls
Other techniques
Tracking bait balls to stay on actively feeding fish
Best time
Morning bite is best, but fish are biting mid-morning as well (9–10 a.m.)
Water temperature
Surface temps around 79–80°F; drops to high 50s–low 60s at 60 feet
Weather
Generally mild; a heatwave could change conditions quickly
Advice for this week
Focus on finding bait balls—fish are cycling in and out of them all day. Stay mobile and use your electronics.
What is changing
Bite has been strong, but a major heat-up could shut things down quickly.
Next week
Action should stay solid for another couple of weeks as long as weather stays mild and bait remains present. Expect good fishing to continue into mid-August if conditions hold.
