10/07/24
So much for Fall. Last report we were just a few weeks from Fall, not so much. Record highs have held off any ideas of Autumn. Here's to hoping that we have some type of fall before winter kicks right in. October hasn't ushered in Fall but that's okay cause Pyramid is open and the fishing's fine. That will likely be my next fishing location.
TROUT: Lahontan Cutthroat have been stealing the show over the last 7 days with the opening of Pyramid Lake. The LCTs have not disappointed. Fish have been plentiful and big. Many over 15 lbs and a few approaching 20 lbs have been landed. Everything seems to be working whether jigged or trolled. Both tube baits and metal jigs are catching. Lyman lures are a go to when trolling. Please be aware that these fish don't like being pulled up from below 80 feet deep without giving them a chance to equalize at 30 feet before bringing them to the top. If you are going to fish deeper, have a descender on board to get them back down.
ROCKFISH: The rockfish regulations are a bit up and down this year. Meaning shallow water then deep water then shallow again. October is a deep water month. November will be in shore again. Pay attention to the regulations before you head out to make sure you know how deep to fish.
LANDLOCK KINGS: Folsom is still producing. Make a trip for a chance at some good ones while they are still willing. Might need to wait a few more days to avoid being roasted in the boat though. Rolling bait and dodger hoochie with anchovy is still the ticket. Find the bait balls and the Kings will follow.
TUNA: The Nor Cal Blue Fin have made a showing and are available for those willing to make the run and brave the offshore conditions. There have been several 150 lb plus BFT brought over the rail. There are some charters running out from Half Moon Bay and the San Francisco Bay area if you don't want to run your own boat and/or don't have the gear to land one of these beasts.
KOKANEE: I thought Kokanee fishing was over for me this year but I have made a few trips to Union Valley over the last week. There are plenty of this year's fish in good shape that are ready to bite up at UV. The Sunset boat ramp is closed for the year so you have to launch at the dam, without a dock. Thank you to Dan Connors for the invite last week. It was nice to see a good population of Kokanee in Union Valley again with the average fish we landed last week being 14" and in good shape. The fish were 65-
80'; down from the dam area up to the Jones Fork. Find the schools and you will do well. Donner is the another option for those seeking some Kokanee that have not completely turned yet.
STRIPER: The Delta continues to produce good numbers for spooners and trollers. The spoon bite has been excellent once you find them. Trolling has been good too, just depends on the day and the tides. I would not hesitate to make the journey to the Delta if you are jones'n for a bit of the drug that is the tug. Stripers rarely disappoint.
