2025-07-07
Lake Oroville Fishing Report | July 7
Butte County
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Lake Oroville
King salmon
rainbow trout
Eagle Lake trout
Water Conditions
Weather
Not specified
Water Temp
Not specified
Water Clarity
Not specified
Water Flow
Not specified
Fishing Overview
Target Species
King salmon, rainbow trout, Eagle Lake trout
Depth Range
45 to 95 feet overall; rainbows mostly at 50–65 feet; salmon deeper in the range
Presentation
Trolling hoochies (white, purple, pink) behind 360 rotators or 5.5" dodgers
Best Time
Morning bite until about 9 a.m. or whenever wind picks up mid-morning
Successful Lures
Uncle Larry’s Hoochies in white, purple, pink
Trigger Blade 5.5"
Naked baits like rolled anchovy or herring (especially for rainbows)
Other Techniques
Roaming and working different spots around the lake (Green Bridge, East Wall, down by the spillway)
Guide’s Tips & Notes
Advice for This Week
Focus on the morning bite for the best action. Keep moving around if fish stop biting, and try running naked baits for rainbows for a fun change of pace.
Changes We’re Seeing
New success running naked bait instead of hardware, producing nice rainbows.
Predictions for Next Week
Expect good fishing to continue, especially in the mornings. Windy days may extend the bite into late morning.
Recommended Gear for This Trip
Uncle Larry's Hoochies – Kokanee & Trout Squid
Regular price
$4.99 USD
Sale price
$4.99 USD
Regular price
Uncle Larry's Hoochies are some of the most productive squid-skirt lures in the kokanee and trout trolling category — vibrant colors, exceptional in-water action, and a proven track record on Western fisheries from Shasta to the Eastern Sierra. The hoochie skirt design produces a breathing, pulsating motion behind a dodger that kokanee and rainbow trout find irresistible at the slow trolling speeds their fisheries demand. Available in 18 color patterns covering the full range of bright, UV, and natural tones that produce in varying light and depth conditions throughout the season.
