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Shaver Lake Fishing Report | July 28, 2025
Report by Max Gross Max Gross reports from the Catch America warehouse in Fresno and fishes the Central Valley and southern Sierra lakes. What is working right now The Shaver Lake kokanee bite is still strong in late July 2025, with fish holding 50 to 60 feet deep. Start early to beat the recreational boat traffic. Troll slow at 1.0 to 1.4 mph with corn-tipped lures, and marinate your corn overnight in Chrome Killer or Power Powder to stand out. For trout, bump up to about 2.7 mph with a Speed Spoon. How is the Shaver Lake kokanee bite?Still strong. Max Gross reports the kokanee holding a manageable 50 to 60 feet deep. With triple-digit valley heat, plan for a shorter early day, because recreational boaters will crowd the lake and cut lines as the morning goes on. Start early and fish first. How do you troll for Shaver Lake kokanee?Troll slow at 1.0 to 1.4 mph with corn-tipped lures. Everyone runs corn, so set yours apart by marinating it in scent. Max uses Chrome Killer corn and has also sprinkled Power Powder on his corn, letting it marinate overnight or even on the drive up. What works for trout at Shaver Lake?After the early kokanee bite, pick up speed and switch to trout closer to 10 or 11 AM. Max says anglers running Speed Spoons have had really good luck, so bump your trolling speed up to about 2.7 mph to fish them right. How is Wishon Reservoir fishing?Wishon has been producing like crazy this year with good water temps and levels. The fish dropped a bit with the heat, now holding around 3 to 4 colors, roughly 15 to 20 feet down. Use your fish finder and target areas near runoffs where cooler water enters. What is the outlook for Shaver Lake?The kokanee bite should hold up if you start early and slow-troll scented corn. Beat the boat traffic and heat with an early launch. For a bonus, run a Speed Spoon faster for trout later in the morning. Watch the full report From the report (Max Gross): The kokanee bite is still on. They are about 50 to 60 feet deep, which is really not that bad. Troll slow, go 1 to 1.4, and tip them with corn. All the guys out there are going to be running corn, so set your corn aside from the rest. Marinate it. I know Big Nate does his Chrome Killer corn. I have used Power Powder from Cal in my corn too. Shaver Lake July 28, 2025 FAQ How deep are Shaver Lake kokanee in July?About 50 to 60 feet deep. What trolling speed for Shaver Lake kokanee?Slow, 1.0 to 1.4 mph with corn-tipped lures. How do you make your corn stand out at Shaver?Marinate it overnight in Chrome Killer corn scent or Power Powder. What lure works for Shaver Lake trout?A Speed Spoon run faster, around 2.7 mph. How deep are Wishon Reservoir fish now?Around 3 to 4 colors, roughly 15 to 20 feet down, after dropping with the heat. When should you fish Shaver Lake in summer?Start early to beat the recreational boat traffic and heat. Shop the Tackle Chrome Killer Corn Cure Power Powder by Cal Kellogg Speed Spoon Shop Kokanee Gear
Learn moreStampede Reservoir Fishing Report | July 21, 2025
Report by Capt. Brett Brady Brett Brady runs Bare Bones Guide Service and is a Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Brett Brady's tackle. What is working right now Stampede Reservoir kokanee are on a super consistent bite in late July 2025, stacked from 45 to 65 feet right off the launch ramp. The T-Pex is the top producer, and color barely matters since pink, orange, and purple all work. Run it behind a 4 inch dodger tipped with white Shoepeg corn and your favorite scent. What is the kokanee bite like at Stampede Reservoir?Super consistent. Capt. Brett Brady reports lots of fish right off the launch ramp, and they are all biters. The T-Pex has been knocking the crud out of them. Color barely matters right now, with pink, orange, and purple all producing on the same trip.What depth are kokanee holding at Stampede Reservoir?Kokanee are stacked from 45 to 65 feet deep, and a lot of them are right off the launch ramp. Drop your T-Pex into that band and expect steady action. There are just a lot of fish down there, so once you are on them the bite stays consistent.What lures and colors work at Stampede Reservoir?The T-Pex is the top producer. Pink, orange, and purple all work, so color is not the deciding factor right now. Run the T-Pex behind a 4 inch dodger and tip it with white Shoepeg corn scented up with your favorite scent.How do I rig for Stampede kokanee?Roll the T-Pex behind a 4 inch dodger, then tip the hooks with white Shoepeg corn that you have scented up. That simple setup has been working really well at 45 to 65 feet. Keep your gear in the strike zone and the consistent bite does the rest.What is happening at Lake Oroville for salmon?Brett is also fishing Lake Oroville for kings. The salmon bite is a bit tricky but steady, with 8 to 12 fish per trip and 15 to 16 hookups. Fish are deeper now, from 75 to 110 feet, mostly on hoochies with 360 rollers. Try Uncle Larry’s Hoochies tipped with scent around the main body and Green Bridge area.Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Brett Brady): Kokanee bite on Stampede's been super consistent. These T-Pex are just knocking the crud out of them. A lot of fish right out of the launch ramp, 45 to 65 feet down, pinks, oranges, purples, doesn't make any difference. We're rolling those in behind a 4-inch dodger and tipping that with some white Shoepeg corn that you've scented up.Stampede Reservoir July 21, 2025 FAQHow deep are kokanee at Stampede Reservoir now?Kokanee are holding from 45 to 65 feet, with a lot of fish right off the launch ramp.What is the best lure for Stampede kokanee?The T-Pex is the top producer, run behind a 4 inch dodger with white Shoepeg corn.What color works best at Stampede Reservoir?Color barely matters right now. Pink, orange, and purple are all producing on the same trip.How do I tip my kokanee gear at Stampede?Tip the T-Pex with white Shoepeg corn scented up with your favorite scent behind a 4 inch dodger.How is the salmon bite at Lake Oroville?Tricky but steady, with 8 to 12 kings per trip. Fish are deep, 75 to 110 feet, mostly on hoochies.Is the Stampede kokanee bite good right now?Yes. It is super consistent, with lots of fish that are all biters right off the launch ramp. Shop the Tackle T-Pex Kokanee & Trout Lure Trolling Dodger 4 inch Uncle Larry's Hoochies Shop Capt. Brett Brady's Tackle Shop Kokanee Gear
Learn moreDon Pedro Fishing Report | July 7, 2025
Report by Capt. Monte Smith Monte Smith runs Gold Country Sport Fishing on Don Pedro and is a Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Monte Smith's tackle. What is working right now Don Pedro fishing is pretty darn good in early July 2025. Kings are still producing, kokanee are feisty at 2.5 pounds, and rainbows have slowed a touch. An 80 degree surface is pushing fish deep, 60 to 90 feet. Target kokanee early before the sun hits the water. Small profile hoochies have been the best producers. Book soon while the fish are at peak size. What is biting at Don Pedro right now?King salmon are still producing well, kokanee are around at about 2.5 pounds and full of fight, and rainbows have slowed a bit. Capt. Monte Smith reports the fishing is pretty darn good overall, with feisty, acrobatic kokanee that give small light rods all they can handle. Multiple species are showing on most trips.What depth are the fish holding at Don Pedro?Fish are getting deeper as the surface climbs to nearly 80 degrees. Monte is catching kokanee anywhere from 60 to about 85 or 90 feet. With triple-digit weather coming, expect the fish to keep seeking colder water deeper. Water clarity has dropped a bit, with about 8 to 10 feet of visibility now.What lures are working at Don Pedro?Small hoochies, as small as you can get, and small profile Apex lures have been the best producers. Apex is not a brand we carry, so match that small profile from your own box. Target kokanee early before the sun gets high on the water, since the bite slowed once the sun came up over the hill.How big are the kokanee at Don Pedro?Kokanee are running about 2.5 pounds and are full of fight, jumping and diving to throw the hook. Some fish are starting to show a pronounced kype and turning color, a sign they are entering spawn mode. Monte would not be surprised to see a 3 pound kokanee come out of Don Pedro this season.What is the outlook for Don Pedro?Good, but the peak-size window is now. Kokanee are gaining momentum schooling up but are also starting to color and kype, so Monte says do not wait if you want them at their biggest. King salmon should keep producing. Longer-term outlook was not specified in this report.Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Monte Smith): We had a couple trips last week and produced some very nice kokanee. Kokanee are 2.5 pounds and full of fight. We're catching kokanee anywhere from 60 to about 85, 90 now. Our best lures here lately have been small hoochies, very small hoochies. Small profile Apex lures as small as you can get.Don Pedro Lake July 7, 2025 FAQHow deep are kokanee at Don Pedro in July?Kokanee are holding from 60 to about 85 or 90 feet as the surface warms to nearly 80 degrees.What lures work for Don Pedro kokanee now?Small hoochies and small profile lures. Apex is a brand we do not carry, so match the small profile locally.How big are the kokanee at Don Pedro?About 2.5 pounds and very feisty, with some starting to kype and color up for the spawn.When should I target kokanee at Don Pedro?Early, before the sun hits the water. The bite slowed once the sun came up over the hill.Are king salmon still biting at Don Pedro?Yes. Kings are still producing well, while rainbows have slowed down a little.Will Don Pedro produce a 3 pound kokanee this year?Monte says it would not surprise him to see a 3 pound kokanee come out of Don Pedro this season. Shop the Tackle Shop Capt. Monte Smith's Tackle Shop Kokanee Gear
Learn moreBucks Lake Fishing Report | July 2025
Report by Capt. Cal Kellogg Cal Kellogg is a veteran Northern California guide and Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Cal Kellogg's tackle. What is working right now Bucks Lake kokanee are running 13 to 14 inches in mid-July 2025, holding 30 to 45 feet, with a 10-fish limit boxed in about 2.5 hours. Cal Kellogg’s rig is a 6 inch 24-karat gold Catch America dodger trailing a purple and pink T-Pex with Shoepeg corn. Troll slow at 1.3 to 1.5 mph with a short 15 to 25 foot setback. What is biting at Bucks Lake right now?Kokanee, and they are good size at 13 to 14 inches. Cal Kellogg boxed a 10-fish limit in about 2.5 hours. Bucks also holds rainbows, browns, brookies, and mackinaw. Cal caught bonus rainbows too, including a big planter, while running a Trix Minnow and a tandem fly for trout.What depth are the kokanee holding at Bucks Lake?Kokanee are holding 30 to 45 feet. Cal hooked them at 40 feet the first afternoon, then found them shallower at 30 to 38 feet in the morning. Depth is critical for kokanee, so if you are 10 to 15 feet off you can go hours without a bite. Drop the T-Pex right into their zone.What lures and colors work at Bucks Lake?Cal’s rig is a 6 inch 24-karat gold Catch America dodger trailing a purple and pink T-Pex with two kernels of Shoepeg corn. He scented the corn with anise, which outfished plain corn. A brass and orange T-Pex and spinners did not produce, so color mattered.How does Cal rig and present at Bucks Lake?Slow troll at 1.3 to 1.5 mph with a short 15 to 25 foot setback off the downrigger ball, since kokanee are not line shy and have soft mouths. Run the big gold dodger for flash ahead of the T-Pex. Use a modern GPS sonar to find schools and drop a waypoint to stay on them.What is the outlook for Bucks Lake?Strong. Cal calls Bucks one of his all-time favorites, full of kokanee and three varieties of trout, and this year the kokanee are a solid size. He fished it against a bright full moon and still limited quickly. Longer-term outlook was not specified in this report.Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Cal Kellogg): If you've been watching the channel, you're no stranger to this rig: 6-inch 24-karat gold Catch America Dodger, trailing a purple and pink T-Pex. I've been catching fish, hooking fish at 40 feet with that gold blade and that T-Pex. Kokanee trolling is a slow-speed sport, your best speeds are anywhere from about 1.2 to 1.5.Bucks Lake July 2025 FAQHow deep are kokanee at Bucks Lake in July?Kokanee are holding 30 to 45 feet, shallower in the morning around 30 feet and deeper by afternoon.What is the best kokanee rig at Bucks Lake?A 6 inch 24-karat gold Catch America dodger trailing a purple and pink T-Pex with Shoepeg corn.What trolling speed works at Bucks Lake?Slow, 1.3 to 1.5 mph. Kokanee trolling is a low-speed sport, so do not go too fast.How big are the kokanee at Bucks Lake?They are running 13 to 14 inches, about three quarters of a pound, and all a similar size.What is the kokanee limit at Bucks Lake?The kokanee limit at Bucks Lake is 10 fish.What setback should I use for Bucks Lake kokanee?A short setback, about 15 to 25 feet off the ball, since kokanee are not line shy and have soft mouths. Shop the Tackle Trolling Dodger 6 inch T-Pex Kokanee & Trout Lure Trix Minnows 5-Pack Shop Capt. Cal Kellogg's Tackle Shop Kokanee Gear
Learn moreShasta Lake Fishing Report | June 30, 2025
Report by Capt. Jeff Goodwin Jeff Goodwin runs Jeff Goodwin Guide Service on Shasta Lake and is a Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Jeff Goodwin's tackle. What is working right now Shasta Lake is a solid summer fishery in late June 2025, with good kokanee plus rainbows and browns holding 40 to 50 feet deep from the Pit River Bridge to the dam. Run Catch America dodgers with Uncle Larry’s Power Spinner tipped with corn for kokanee. For more trout, switch to a Junior Optimizer or Junior Trigger Spoon to work the shad bite. What is biting at Shasta Lake right now?A solid summer mix. Capt. Jeff Goodwin reports lots of kokanee being caught, plus good trout fishing for rainbows and browns. Kings are still around, though he has not put much effort on them lately. Fishing the lower lake from the Pit River Bridge to the dam has been productive for the mixed bag.What depth are the fish holding at Shasta Lake?The 40 to 50 foot mark has been the productive depth. Jeff is fishing the lower part of the lake, from the Pit River Bridge to the dam. Run your Catch America dodgers and Uncle Larry’s Power Spinner through that band, tipped with corn, for both kokanee and bonus trout.What lures work for kokanee at Shasta Lake?Catch America dodgers paired with Uncle Larry’s spinners tipped with corn are producing kokanee, and catching some trout too. To target more trout than kokanee, switch to a Junior Optimizer or a Junior Trigger Spoon to trigger the shad bite.How do I target trout over kokanee at Shasta Lake?Swap to small spoons like the Junior Optimizer or Junior Trigger Spoon to get the trout going on the shad bite. Watch for bait balls forming as shad drop deeper. The rainbows will key on shad and pack on weight as the true summer pattern sets in.What is the outlook for Shasta Lake?Improving. By the first or second week of July, Jeff expects the true summer pattern and some really nice rainbows. Many bigger rainbows are still post-spawn and skinny now, but they fatten fast once they key on the shad bite. The browns already look great.Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Jeff Goodwin): A lot of kokanee being caught. We're seeing some good trout fishing too, rainbows, browns. That 40 to 50-foot mark, as far as depth goes, has been pretty good. Using a lot of our Catch America Dodgers, Uncle Larry's spinners, and tipping our gear with corn for the kokanee. If you want more trout, try Optimizer Juniors or small spoons on the shad bite.Shasta Lake June 30, 2025 FAQHow deep are the fish at Shasta Lake now?The 40 to 50 foot mark from the Pit River Bridge to the dam has been the productive depth.What lures work for Shasta Lake kokanee?Catch America dodgers with Uncle Larry's Power Spinner tipped with corn are producing kokanee and some trout.How do I catch more trout at Shasta Lake?Switch to a Junior Optimizer or Junior Trigger Spoon to trigger the shad bite for rainbows and browns.Are king salmon biting at Shasta Lake?Kings are still around, but Jeff has not put much effort on them lately with the kokanee and trout going.Why are some Shasta rainbows skinny?Many bigger rainbows are still post-spawn. They fatten quickly once they key on the summer shad bite.Where should I fish on Shasta Lake?The lower part of the lake, from the Pit River Bridge to the dam, at 40 to 50 feet. Shop the Tackle Uncle Larry's Power Spinner Junior Optimizer Spoon Junior Trigger Spoon Shop Capt. Jeff Goodwin's Tackle Shop Kokanee Gear
Learn moreShasta Lake Fishing Report | June 23, 2025
Report by Capt. Jeff Goodwin Jeff Goodwin runs Jeff Goodwin Guide Service on Shasta Lake and is a Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Jeff Goodwin's tackle. What is working right now Kokanee fishing is especially good at Shasta Lake the week of June 23, 2025, with fish in the 45 to 50 foot range. Run downriggers with small dodgers and Uncle Larry's spinners. Gold 6 inch Catch America dodgers, especially with UV tape, have been really good. Browns and rainbows are showing up and surface bait is piling up. Kings have been scarce. What is biting at Shasta Lake right now?Kokanee fishing is especially good, though the overall day was a little slower than normal. Kings have largely vacated their usual areas and are scarce. Browns are showing up, some big ones in nearby boats, and rainbows are showing up pretty good. Surface bait is finally piling up. What depth are kokanee holding at Shasta Lake?Check the 45 to 50 foot range for both kokanee and rainbows. Capt. Jeff Goodwin is running downriggers to reach that band. As surface bait schools continue to grow, expect the bite to strengthen in the coming weeks. What lures and dodgers are working for Shasta kokanee?Run small dodgers with spinner hoochies and Uncle Larry's spinners. The 6 inch Catch America dodger has been really good, especially in gold and with UV tape added. When the bite slows, switch to smaller 4 inch or teardrop dodgers. How do I adjust when the Shasta bite slows midday?When kokanee stop biting during the day, downsize your dodger. Jeff Goodwin switches to really small teardrop-type dodgers or 4 inch dodgers, which can produce when nothing else works. Keep working the 45 to 50 foot range on downriggers. What is Jeff Goodwin's outlook for Shasta Lake?With bait piling up on the surface, Goodwin expects the bite to keep improving in the coming weeks. Kokanee fishing is holding up really well despite a slightly slower day. Kings should return as conditions settle. Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Jeff Goodwin): Kokanee fishing is especially good. We tried for kings a little bit today, and the kings seem to have vacated some of the areas they like to hang out in. Best techniques for the kokanee have been downriggers and just running small dodgers, spinner hoochies, spinners like the Uncle Larry's spinners. Six inch dodgers, Catch America dodgers, have been really good, especially the gold, but some UV tape on them is really good too. Check that 45 to 50 foot range. Shasta Lake June 23, 2025 FAQ How deep are kokanee at Shasta Lake in late June?Kokanee and rainbows are in the 45 to 50 foot range, reached best with downriggers. What dodger color is working at Shasta Lake?The gold 6 inch Catch America dodger has been really good, especially with UV tape added. What do I do when Shasta kokanee stop biting midday?Switch to smaller dodgers, such as teardrop-type or 4 inch dodgers, which can produce when nothing else works. Are king salmon biting at Shasta Lake right now?Kings are scarce. They seem to have vacated their usual areas, so success has been limited this week. Are the browns and rainbows biting at Shasta?Browns are showing up, with some big ones caught in nearby boats, and rainbows are showing up pretty good. Why is the Shasta bite expected to improve?Bait is finally piling up on the surface, which should help get the bite going in the coming weeks. Who guides Shasta Lake for Catch America?Capt. Jeff Goodwin of Jeff Goodwin Guide Service. Shop the Tackle Trolling Dodger 6 inch - Kokanee & Trout Shop Capt. Jeff Goodwin's Tackle Shop Kokanee Gear
Learn moreShasta Lake Fishing Report | June 16, 2025
Report by Capt. Jeff Goodwin Jeff Goodwin runs Jeff Goodwin Guide Service on Shasta Lake and is a Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Jeff Goodwin's tackle. What is working right now Kokanee fishing is fantastic at Shasta Lake the week of June 16, 2025, with fish holding 45 to 50 feet and growing daily. Get any gear down to that depth and slow-troll at 1.2 to 1.4 mph. Rainbows with a few browns are showing 40 to 50 feet in the lower lake between the I-5 bridge and the dam, best at 2.2 to 2.4 mph. Kings are hit or miss on 8 inch flashers with Brad's Kokanee Cut Plugs. What is biting at Shasta Lake right now?Kokanee fishing is fantastic and the fish are growing every day, setting up big quality kokanee by late summer. Rainbows, with a few browns mixed in, are just starting to fire. King salmon is decent but hit or miss. Capt. Jeff Goodwin is putting 15 to 20 fish in the boat per day. What depth are kokanee holding at Shasta Lake?Look for kokanee in the 45 to 50 foot range. Jeff Goodwin is running downriggers, but any gear that reaches that depth gets bites. Rainbows and browns are holding 40 to 50 feet, best in the lower lake between the I-5 bridge and the dam. What trolling speed works for Shasta kokanee and trout?Notch the speed back to 1.2 to 1.4 mph for kokanee. For rainbows and browns, speed up to 2.2 to 2.4 mph, which draws the most bites. Match the speed to the species you are targeting for the best results. What lures are working for Shasta kings?King salmon are coming on 8 inch flashers paired with Brad's Kokanee Cut Plugs or Brad's Super Bait Skinny Minis. Add tuna packed in oil to the bait cavities for the best results. Keeping kings buttoned on the flashers can be a challenge. What is Jeff Goodwin's outlook for Shasta Lake?Goodwin expects the trout fishing to improve with a lot more action in the coming days. Kokanee keep growing and should be big and high quality by late July into September. The bite has been on and off week to week but is holding up well overall. Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Jeff Goodwin): Really good kokanee fishing. Kokanee fishing is fantastic. Look for kokanee to be in the 45 to 50 foot mark, and I am using primarily downriggers. We are just now starting to get into some really good trout fishing, the rainbows specifically, with a few browns in the mix, in the 40 to 50 foot range. King salmon is still pretty good, 8 inch flashers and Brads Kokanee Cut Plugs or the Skinny Minnys have been really good. Shasta Lake June 16, 2025 FAQ How deep are kokanee at Shasta Lake in June?Kokanee are holding in the 45 to 50 foot range and growing every day, per Capt. Jeff Goodwin. What is the best trolling speed for Shasta kokanee?Slow-troll kokanee at 1.2 to 1.4 mph. For rainbows and browns, run faster at 2.2 to 2.4 mph. Where are the trout biting on Shasta Lake?Rainbows with a few browns are in the 40 to 50 foot range, best in the lower lake between the I-5 bridge and the dam. What baits work for Shasta king salmon?Eight inch flashers with Brad's Kokanee Cut Plugs or Brad's Super Bait Skinny Minis, with tuna in oil in the bait cavities. How many fish is the guide catching per day at Shasta?Jeff Goodwin is putting 15 to 20 fish a day in the boat depending on how many anglers are aboard. Is king salmon fishing good at Shasta Lake right now?It is decent but hit or miss, with some days off and some days really good. Keeping kings on the flashers can be tough. Who guides Shasta Lake for Catch America?Capt. Jeff Goodwin of Jeff Goodwin Guide Service. Shop the Tackle Brad's Kokanee Cut Plug 2.25 inch Brad's Super Bait Skinny Mini - 2 Pack Shop Capt. Jeff Goodwin's Tackle Shop Kokanee Gear
Learn moreDon Pedro Lake Fishing Report | June 16, 2025
Report by Capt. Monte Smith Monte Smith runs Gold Country Sport Fishing on Don Pedro and is a Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Monte Smith's tackle. What is working right now Don Pedro Lake is fishing really well in mid-June 2025, kicking out kings, rainbows, and big kokanee up to 2.4 pounds. The lake is about four feet from full and very clear, with a 74 degree surface. Fish are stacked in a cold-water band from 50 to 75 feet, so target that layer where the fish are concentrated. Great steady action for a mixed bag. What is biting at Don Pedro Lake right now?Kings, rainbows, and big kokanee are all in play. Capt. Monte Smith reported really good fishing on June 16, 2025, catching kokanee up to 2.4 pounds with big shoulders on them. One young angler landed nine fish on a half-day trip, a mix of kings, kokanee, and rainbows.What depth are the fish holding at Don Pedro?Fish are stacked from 50 to 75 feet in a small band of cold water. The 74 degree surface pushes the warm water and the fish deeper, so target that colder layer where the fish are concentrated. Watch your electronics and stay in that zone for steady multi-species action.How are anglers catching fish at Don Pedro?Monte is trolling the cold-water band from 50 to 75 feet for a mixed bag of kings, kokanee, and rainbows. A specific lure model was not named in this report. Run your confidence kokanee and trout trolling gear through that depth window where the fish are holding.What are the conditions at Don Pedro Lake?The lake is about four feet from maximum capacity and the water is still very clear. Surface temperature is 74 degrees but cools off fast with depth, concentrating fish in the cold band from 50 to 75 feet. Clarity and cold water down deep are pushing the bite into that layer.What is the outlook for Don Pedro Lake?Strong. The kokanee are big and the mixed bag is steady, making it a great option for half-day and family trips. Fish should keep stacking in the cold-water band as the surface warms. Longer-term outlook was not specified in this report.Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Monte Smith): The lake's in great condition, about four feet from maximum capacity, water is still very clear. Water temperatures are 74 degrees on the surface, but it cools off pretty fast, so we're getting fish from 50 to 75 feet. We're catching kings, rainbows, and kokanee. And I'm talking big kokanee, up to 2.4 pounds.Don Pedro Lake June 16, 2025 FAQWhat species are biting at Don Pedro in June?Kings, rainbows, and big kokanee up to 2.4 pounds are all being caught.How deep are the fish at Don Pedro Lake?Fish are holding in a cold-water band from 50 to 75 feet as the surface warms to 74 degrees.How big are the kokanee at Don Pedro?Kokanee are running up to 2.4 pounds with big shoulders on them right now.What is the water clarity at Don Pedro?The water is very clear and the lake is about four feet from maximum capacity.Is Don Pedro good for family fishing trips?Yes. The steady mixed-bag action makes it great for half-day trips, including with kids.What lure is best at Don Pedro right now?A specific lure model was not named in this report. Monte is trolling the 50 to 75 foot cold band. Shop the Tackle Shop Capt. Monte Smith's Tackle Shop Kokanee Gear
Learn moreShasta Lake Fishing Report | June 9, 2025
Report by Capt. Jeff Goodwin Jeff Goodwin runs Jeff Goodwin Guide Service on Shasta Lake and is a Catch America pro-staff captain. Shop Jeff Goodwin's tackle. What is working right now The bite is on at Shasta Lake the week of June 9, 2025. The summer pattern has emerged, fish are keying on shad, and the spoon bite is turning on. Most fish are coming from the 40 to 45 foot range at about 2.2 mph on spoons like the Optimizer Junior fished on divers or downriggers. For kokanee, run Uncle Larry's spinners and 6 inch Catch America dodgers. What is biting at Shasta Lake right now?Fishing has been really good despite hot weather. Kokanee are coming steadily, and the trout bite just picked up with nice rainbows and browns. The summer pattern has emerged and fish are feeding on shad, which turns the spoon bite on. Open water is really starting to produce. What depth are the fish holding at Shasta Lake?Most fish are coming from the 40 to 45 foot range, trolling about 2.2 mph. Big rainbows and browns are moving into open water, though some fish are still close to shore. Kokanee are also close to shore and mark well on sonar. What lures are working for Shasta trout?With fish feeding on shad, the spoon bite is on. Capt. Jeff Goodwin likes the Junior Optimizer spoons fished on divers or off downriggers for quality rainbows and browns at 40 to 45 feet and about 2.2 mph. How should I target Shasta kokanee this week?Watch your sonar and when you mark good schools, put kokanee gear down. Run Uncle Larry's spinners behind 6 inch Catch America dodgers, which have been really good. Many kokanee are holding close to shore right now. What is Jeff Goodwin's outlook for Shasta Lake?With the summer pattern set and fish keying on shad, Goodwin expects the spoon bite and open-water action to keep improving. Most of the boats working with him are now on the lake, so more good reports are ahead. Watch the full report From the report (Capt. Jeff Goodwin): Fishing has been really good. We have been catching lots of kokanee, and the last couple days we just picked up on the trout bite. That summer pattern has emerged. These fish are feeding on the shad, and when that happens the spoon bite really turns on. I really like the Optimizer Juniors for this fishery. Most of our fish are coming from the 40 to 45 foot range, trolling about 2.2 miles an hour. Shasta Lake June 9, 2025 FAQ How deep are the fish at Shasta Lake in early June?Most fish are coming from the 40 to 45 foot range, trolling about 2.2 mph. What lure is best for Shasta trout right now?Junior Optimizer spoons fished on divers or downriggers, since the fish are feeding on shad and the spoon bite is on. What trolling speed works at Shasta Lake?About 2.2 mph for the rainbows and browns in the 40 to 45 foot range. Where are the kokanee holding at Shasta?Many kokanee are close to shore and mark well on sonar. Put gear down when you see good marks. What kokanee setup does the guide recommend?Uncle Larry's spinners run behind 6 inch Catch America dodgers, which have been really good. Are the trout in open water or near shore at Shasta?Open water is really starting to pick up for big rainbows and browns, though some fish are still close to shore. Who guides Shasta Lake for Catch America?Capt. Jeff Goodwin of Jeff Goodwin Guide Service. Shop the Tackle Junior Optimizer 2.25 inch Trolling Spoon Trolling Dodger 6 inch - Kokanee & Trout Shop Capt. Jeff Goodwin's Tackle Shop Kokanee Gear
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