2025-07-14
San Luis Fishing Report | July 14, 2025
Merced County
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San Luis
Striped Bass
Water Conditions
Weather
Moderate summer pattern—mornings start breezy, afternoons stabilize, with light wind returning in the evening
Water Temp
Holding steady
Water Clarity
Not specified
Water Flow
880,000 acre-feet; inflow and outflow activity has begun, creating improved lake stability
Fishing Overview
Target Species
Striped Bass
Depth Range
70–80 feet and rising toward surface
Presentation
Trolling and jigging in deeper water; casting along shorelines near points and coves
Best Time
Mornings and afternoons (avoid evening wind surges)
Successful Lures
Junior trigger spoon; Duo-style casting baits
Other Techniques
Jigging in deeper water and along structure
Guide’s Tips & Notes
Advice for This Week
Start targeting points and coves—fish are more patterned now and easier to locate. Keep your trolling passes deep but be ready to adjust as fish rise in the column. Watch the wind carefully, especially if you’re on the east side.
Changes We’re Seeing
Spawning activity is tapering off, fish are shifting into feeding mode. The water column is more active, and lake stability is allowing bait and fish patterns to emerge.
Predictions for Next Week
Conditions are lining up for the bite to take off—if the weather holds, fishing could jump to the next level. Expect even better action and possibly more big fish showing up.
Recommended Gear for This Trip
Junior Trigger Spoon
Regular price
$4.25 USD
Sale price
$4.25 USD
Regular price
$4.99 USD
Small but mighty, the Junior Trigger Spoon by Catch America is a precision-engineered small-spoon designed for finesse trolling, casting, and stream fishing. At 1 ¼ inches and 1/8 ounce, it starts working at just 1.4 MPH and delivers an irresistible fluttering action up to 2.5 MPH. Featuring genuine silver, copper, and 24K gold plating, this premium spoon outshines and outfishes the competition when fish are keyed in on smaller forage.
