The trout fishing was slow this week due to the rains, but the bite should turn as soon as the water clears thanks to Wednesdays plant. The bite could turn on as early as this weekend depending on the weather. There was a tie this week for big fish honors both David Sisombath of Escondido and Taylor Oshinski of Valley Center weighed in a 9.10# trout. Other notable catches included Jesse Tran’s 7.30#, Alicia Temblique’s 6.70#, Mike Villanueva 6.60#, and Frank Naredo’s 6.40# trout. Bait with a little scent on it, dipped in garlic for example, might improve your chances of catching fish until the water clears.

Crappie are being caught by boaters trolling for them. Crappie respond best to golden shiners or mini jigs.

Catfish can be found throughout the lake and favor cut-mackerel or chicken liver.