Bass best at New Melones

New Melones Reservoir - Angels Camp, CA


by Glory Hole Sports
11-25-2015

The water temperature continues to cool, with the average being 57-61 degrees. Trout bite remains slow. The bass bite has been really good. The key to finding bass is to keep an open mind and to not get stuck on one lure or location. The fish will move shallow and move deep depending on what the shad are doing on that given day. Catfish action remains steady. Glory Hole Sports (209) 736-4333


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