Cachuma Lake Fish Report

Cachuma Lake - Santa Barbara, CA (Santa Barbara County)

by Cachuma Lake Staff
3-31-2014
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The trout plant that was slated for the 2nd April showed up yesterday, Sunday the 30th March. This was an unexpected treat for the shore anglers in the marina area as fish to 8 lbs. were weighed in. For trollers, the previous plant has acclimated and are being caught all over west end of the lake. Flat lining Rapalas, Kastmasters, and flicker shads has been the key to success. Crappie are still coming in from the east end of the lake, although the bite has tapered off a bit from previous weeks. Drifting mini jigs tipped with a 'crawler or crappie nibble, as well as trolled CD 3 Rapalas, and spinners has accounted for slabs to 2lbs. Catfish have begun to show in the backs of shallow cuts and coves all over the lake. Cut mackerel has been the bait of choice for the kitties. Bass fishing has been slowly improving, but has yet to go off. Bowfishing for carp has been excellent throughout the day, with the average fish over 10 lbs. Cachuma, and Johnsons Bay in the morning hours and the east end in the afternoon.

Water Temp.: 73 degrees

Bass: Fair
Avg. Size: 1.5 lbs

Carp: Excellent
Avg. Size: 10 lbs

Catfish: Fair
Avg. Size: 2 lbs

Crappie: Fair
Avg. Size: 1 lbs

Trout: Good
Avg. Size: 1.5 lbs

PLEASE CONTACT THE MARINA AT (805)688-4040 FOR MORE INFORMATION

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