June 02, 2025 - San Luis Reservoir

June 02, 2025 - San Luis Reservoir

Location & Conditions

Body of Water: San Luis Reservoir
 City / Region: Merced County, Central California
 Date of Report: June 2
 Weather Conditions: Variable; temperatures fluctuating significantly
 Water Temperature: Up to 75°F
 Water Clarity: Very poor in most areas (1–2 inches visibility), slightly better in others
 Water Level / Flow: 1.3 million acre-feet (approx. 65% capacity), dropping ~0.5 feet per day

 

 

Fishing Overview

Overall Fishing Rating (1–5): ⭐⭐⭐
 Target Species: Striped bass (based on context of the lake and typical guide reports)
 Most Active Depth Range: Not specified
 Most Effective Presentation: Not specified
 Best Time of Day: Not specified
 Successful Lures or Baits Used: Not specified
 Other Techniques That Worked: Not specified
 Notable Catches: Majority of fish caught were males, actively milting

 

Guide’s Tips & Notes

Advice for This Week:
 Be patient—many fish are in the middle of their spawn and simply won’t bite, no matter how dialed in your setup is. Focus on fishing clearer water areas and keep expectations realistic during this transitional period.

Changes You’re Seeing:
 The algae bloom has ramped up due to warmer water temps, drastically reducing visibility and altering fish behavior. In addition, spawning activity is stretching out longer than usual, with most fish still in full spawn mode.

Predictions for Next Week:
 If water temps stabilize and the algae bloom eases up, the bite could improve. Watch the wind—high gusts through the pass have been causing lake closures, so plan trips around calmer weather windows.

 

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