Both smallmouth and largemouth are very active right now. Smaller lures such as crappie jigs and split-tail power minnows have been working the best from shore accessible areas and off Cachuma Bay point. Deep cranks and spinnerbaits continue to consistently bring in bass along the rock walls from Johnson Bay to Clark Canyon. There really isn’t a bad spot for catfish right now as fisghermen have hooked up on three pounders all the way from the dam to the mouth of Santa Cruz Bay. Nightcrawlers and stink baits are still the best way from the dam to the mouth of Santa Cruz Bay. Nightcrawlers and stink baits are still the best way to get them. The crappie and bluegill have been biting more in the late afternoon. Dropping jigs on partially exposed tree stumps and branches has been much more effective than trolling around the east end of the lake like in seasons passed. White and chartreuse are essential colors for lures.

Bass: Good
Bluegill: Fair
Carp: Fair
Catfish: Good
Crappie: Fair