Date: Monday, May 4, 2015
Park hours: 6:00 AM- 8:00 PM
Dock closes: 7 PM (Boats called in @ 7 PM)
Last Plant: Wednesday, April 22, 2015, 4,500 lbs. of trout
Next Plant: TBA (early July catfish stock)
Water Temperature: 68 degrees Water Level: Low-Average (fluctuating)

Dixon Lake trout fishing remains steady. The April 22nd stocking of 4,500 lbs. still continues to have anglers bring in multiple limits, with occasional large trout making appearances on stringers.

Mini jigs and night crawlers have been reported as the most effective bait. According to some anglers, if the night crawlers are inflated or infused with garlic, they are more likely to help catch trout. Rainbow and garlic PowerBait have also been reported as useful by anglers.

Whisker Bay has recently picked up traction as the most popular fishing spot, followed by Pier 1 and Jack Creek. John Stedman of Escondido brought in two trout on 4/27, each weighing 5 lbs. Stedman used mini jigs in Whisker Bay to catch the larger than average trout.

Catfish fishing has picked up traction as weather temperatures rise. Fresh shrimp is reportedly the best bait for catfish. Small to medium bass have made appearances as spawning season is drawing to a close. The best bait for bass have been imitation trout lures and night crawlers.

Dixon Lake rangers would like to inform the public that water levels will be adjusted to a lower scale within the next two weeks to assist in removing unnecessary vegetation near spillways. The water level will be brought down 2-3 ft. lower than its current level. Rangers do not foresee any problems with the water level being adjusted, but they do welcome visitors to bring any concerns or questions they feel necessary to staff’s attention.

Dixon Lake staff encourages anglers who qualify to take advantage of “Senior/Military Wednesdays.” Senior citizens 60 and older and military personnel are eligible to purchase $18 all day motor boats, and $12 all day row boats every Wednesday.

For more information on park rules, future trout stocking schedule, and other information, please call the Dixon Lake Ranger station at 760-839-4680, or visit http://www.dixonlake.com.

-At the present time, Dixon Lake no longer requires a California fishing license from the Dept. of Fish & Game. Dixon Lake has been granted an Aquaculture Permit. All anglers 8 yrs. and older will need a daily fishing lake permit. A second rod permit can be purchased at the concession stand for a $2.00 fee. All other park rules, fishing regulations and City of Escondido municipal codes will remain in effect.