Castaic Lake Fishing Report 11/17/24
Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass:
The great Fall fishing fishing that we have all been enjoying is coming to a close. At least for the shallow water and surface bite. Heavy North winds and air temps in the high 50’s to low 60’s every day will probably see the lake closed most of this coming week. Fluctuating water levels and shorter days certainly won’t help. There has been a good bite on quality sized fish in the 15 to 25 foot range for anglers targeting secondary points in the bigger coves and cliff walls with the usual finesse techniques, mostly light-line Carolina rigs and dropshots. Wacky rigged C3 Baits Slim Pros in the Baby Bass and Oxblood colors are best on the dropshot while Shimmys in the Neptune Shad pattern are dominating the Carolina rig presentations.
Striped Bass:
The Fall bite has waned as the schools spread out in deeper water from 20 to 70 feet. Some anglers utilizing reaction baits like umbrella rigs and Keitech Fat Swing Impacts are connecting with some fish as large as ten pounds. There is a developing spoon and tailspinner bite in deep water for those with a good amount of sonar skill and patience. Trolling has been iffy but should be improving daily as the water cools and the baitfish leave the coves.
Lake Conditions:
Surface Temp 62 a.m. – 64 p.m.
Water Clarity 10′ to 15′
Lake Level: Down 20′ from full pool
Dissapating Algae
Lake Hours as of Monday 11/18:
Open @ 6:30 am
Off Water @ 4:30 pm
Park Closes @ 5:00 pm
* There is mandatory possesion of a CA Boaters Card upon entry for anyone towing a boat.
YOU WILL NOT GET IN WITHOUT IT!
Jim – www.661Fishing.com
