GENERAL CONDITIONS
The South entrance to the reservoir continues open for shore fishing only. Just a reminder the marina and boat rentals should reopen in late September. We recommend calling (925) 371-2628 for up to date information. The water level is currently at 61% of the new high water mark. Our water temperature is 69 to 71 degrees on the surface and 67 degrees at 30 feet. Water conditions are good for fishing. Water is currently being pumped into the reservoir.

PLEASE NOTE:
We are still giving out Whopper mugs so if you catch a big fish stop by the kiosk on your way out of the park. We gave away about a dozen this week.

We have State of California Fishing Licenses for sale at the kiosk. Fish and Game has been checking fishing licenses so make such you have one for everyone 16 or over.

We have frozen bait and nightcrawlers available at the kiosk.

We remind anglers the limit on striped bass is 2 and they need to be at least 18 inches. Make sure you bring a measuring device. Rods must be closely attended.

Shoreline access continues to be limited due to expansion efforts but should open up in late September.

Some hiking trails are now open as the Eagles are done with their very successful nesting. Use caution as rattlesnakes are active. Please be aware as you walk. Stay away from rock piles and high grass. Never try and pick up a snake.

DAM EXPANSION UPDATES & CLOSURES
The North entrance to the reservoir reopened July 14. Some trails are open but many of the trails remain closed as trail work is finalized. Visitors can walk up to the Dam for a spectacular view. Access to the reservoir for fishing on the north end is currently closed. See the CCWD website for details. The Interpretive Center is open from 9:00am to 4:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

As mentioned, for now there will be no fishing access from the North entrance as final work continues on the fishing structures.

TROUT
We temporarily stopped planting trout due to the warm water conditions. We plan to start planting trout again when water temperatures will allow. Overall trout fishing is rated slow but some anglers continue to catch fish. The South Cove continues to be your best bet for trout but anglers are catching trout all along the open shoreline. The best way to catch trout this time of year is with nightcrawlers or power bait. Conditions require you to make pretty long casts. It is also important to use 3 or 4 feet of leader as we are experiencing some weed growth. Using light line also helps; 4 to 6 lb test is plenty. Fishing is best early in the day or late in the day. Anglers take a few fish casting lures. A Kastmaster in gold or silver with a buck tail has been a favorite lure of several anglers. Blue Fox lures have also been effective.

LARGEMOUTH BASS
We have very few anglers focusing on largemouth bass. Over all we continue to rate largemouth bass fishing slow. Part of the reason fishing has been slow is the limited access to prime largemouth areas. Please release any big largemouth bass you might catch. They are the future of largemouth bass fishing in the reservoir. We saw several bass caught this week by anglers throwing lures for trout.

STRIPER
Fishing for stripers continues to be only fair but does offer a chance at some keeper size fish. We continue to see a few limits every day. Stripers from 18 inches to 24 inches are caught by anglers putting in the time. Anchovies, sardines or shad should do the trick. One key is to keep your bait in good condition and make sure your hooks are well baited throughout the day. Fishing seems best early in the day or late in the day especially when it is hot. There are many fish in the 15 inch to 20 inch range so measure very carefully. Stripers need to be 18 inches or more. Please release the small fish as quickly and carefully as possible. They are the future of our fishery.

SALMON
No reports on salmon this week. We think they are hanging out in deeper/cooler water until the water starts to cool this fall. It should be interesting to see what happens in late September and early October.

CATFISH
We planted 1000 lbs of catfish on August 8-14. These fish averaged around 2 lbs. We planted another 1250 lbs of catfish on August 27. These fish will ranged from 2 to 6 lbs.

Fishing for catfish is still slow, probably in part due to the limited access. An occasional catfish is caught by anglers fishing for stripers. Anchovies, liver and nightcrawlers all work well.

HOURS OF OPERATION
Seven days a week: 6:00am - 8:00pm

Our hours change on Saturday, September 1. New hours are 7:00am -- 7:00pm.