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Upper Twin Lakes Fishing Report | May 22, 2025

Upper Twin Lakes rainbow trout bite on the bubblegum Trix Worm in cold, shallow water.

Report by Capt. Wes Hoskin
Capt. Wes Hoskin owns Greylight Guide Service and guides the Eastern Sierra for Catch America. Shop Wes Hoskin's tackle.
What is working right now

Upper Twin Lakes is producing a really good rainbow trout bite on the troll. The number-one setup is the bubblegum Trix Worm with an action disc in front, fished in shallow water. Water temps are cold, about 48 degrees in the morning and warming into the low 50s. With Memorial Day weekend and afternoon wind, be careful out there. Cold water is no joke.

What is biting at Upper Twin Lakes right now?

Rainbow trout, with a really good bite this week. Capt. Wes Hoskin found the fish willing on a shallow-water troll.

What is the top lure at Upper Twin Lakes?

The bubblegum color Trix Worm with an action disc in front of it. That was the clear number-one producer, trolled slow in shallow water.

What are the water conditions?

Cold. Surface temps are about 48 degrees in the morning, warming into the low 50s during the day. Afternoon wind has been tough.

Any safety notes for the weekend?

Yes. Memorial Day weekend brings crowds and afternoon wind, and the water is still very cold. Be careful, and take a moment to remember those who sacrificed for our country.

Watch the full report

From the report (Capt. Wes Hoskin): Water temps are about 48 degrees in the morning and warming up to low 50s there. The number one thing was a trigger worm, bubble gum color, with an action disc in front of it. Really, really good bite on that this week, trolling in shallow water.

Upper Twin Lakes May 22, 2025 FAQ

What is the best lure at Upper Twin Lakes in late May?

The bubblegum Trix Worm with an action disc, trolled slow in shallow water.

What is the water temperature at Upper Twin Lakes?

About 48 degrees in the morning, warming into the low 50s.

What species is biting at Upper Twin Lakes?

Rainbow trout, with a strong bite on the troll this week.

How deep should I fish Upper Twin Lakes?

Shallow. The best bite came trolling in shallow water.

Who guides Upper Twin Lakes for Catch America?

Capt. Wes Hoskin of Greylight Guide Service.

Is the Trix Worm a slow-troll bait?

Yes. The soft-plastic Trix Worm runs slow behind an action disc, not on a fast troll.

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