Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Friday, June 20th, 2025 Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report. Let’s get you dialed in for a day on the water.

We kicked off the morning with a sunrise right around 5:30 AM and you can expect sunset to land near 7:40 PM, giving you a long window for prime fishing. We’re seeing classic late-June weather: hot, mostly clear skies, and daytime highs edging into the upper 90s with a gentle breeze to keep things comfortable. The Colorado River is holding steady; Lake Mead sits roughly 1,064 feet—a bit higher than 2022’s record lows—thanks to a decent snowpack this past winter, but forecasters and local weather experts warn we still need to keep an eye on water levels as the summer heat continues.

Fish activity in the Las Vegas stretch of the Colorado River is red-hot for midsummer. Striped bass are lighting up the bite, especially near dam areas and in the deeper pockets. According to Western Outdoor News and local sources at Riviera Marina, big striped bass are showing up below Davis Dam, with anglers steadily hooking into fish using swimbaits and reliable anchovy chunks. Early risers and those tossing baits right around first light are reporting solid action, including double-digit stripers for those who put in the time.

Up by Willow Beach, the Nevada Department of Wildlife reports continued weekly stocking of rainbow trout, with over a thousand catchable rainbows going in as recently as June 18th. These fresh trout are making easy targets for both bait anglers and those drifting smaller spoons or spinners. Nearby, largemouth bass are still hanging around shallow beds, but most locals are letting them finish spawning and shifting focus to stripers and cats.

Best baits and lures right now? For stripers, swimbaits in shad or trout patterns are the ticket. Anglers using white or silver paddle tails are getting the most action. If you prefer soaking bait, anchovies on a medium-weight rig are pulling in everything from linesides up to scattered channel cats. For the freshly stocked rainbows, gold Kastmasters, Panther Martins, and nightcrawlers are all catching limits before mid-morning.

Looking for hot spots? The area below Davis Dam is a perennial favorite for stripers and catfish, especially early and late in the day. Willow Beach remains a go-to for trout, with both shoreline anglers and boaters landing numbers. Finally, don’t overlook the stretches near Big Bend State Recreation Area—there’s good current, active fish, and less pressure on weekdays.

Tide tables don’t really factor much on the river, but water clarity is good and flows are stable, so now’s the time to get out. As always, respect the fish—trout are starting to spawn in some tributaries, so leave them alone and keep those fish wet when releasing.

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Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report for Wednesday, June 18th, 2025.

The sun popped up at 6:18 AM this morning, and you’ve got daylight stretching all the way until about 7:15 PM—plenty of time to hit the water and chase those big ones. Weather’s shaping up beautifully with mild temperatures and light breezes, making today an absolute treat for both boat and shoreline anglers. While tidal swings aren’t a factor here, the river’s flow is running steady and fishable, so you can expect solid conditions throughout the day.

Fish activity along the Colorado River in the Las Vegas stretch is red-hot for mid-June. Striped bass are really lighting up the bite, especially near dam areas and in the deeper channels during the cooler early morning hours. Reports from recent days show anglers landing multiple stripers by drifting cut anchovies or tossing swimbaits—jointed rainbow trout patterns are turning heads, and some catches have been pushing double-digit weights, especially closer to Lake Mohave according to the Nevada Department of Wildlife.

Largemouth bass are in their summer patterns, feeding early and late around structure and vegetation. Spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, and soft plastics have all been productive. Try pitching a green pumpkin creature bait into shaded pockets for the best chance at a kicker fish. The coves near Willow Beach and below Davis Dam are producing some nice bass, and smallmouths are making appearances in rocky stretches—target them with finesse jigs and drop-shot rigs tipped with minnows or crawfish imitations.

Trout fishing remains solid, especially for those getting an early start. PowerBait and nightcrawlers under a bobber are bringing in limits below Willow Beach, and anglers swinging Rooster Tails or Panther Martin spinners in the cooler water are having good luck as well. Water clarity can get a touch off-color after hot afternoons, but it’s clearing up by morning, which keeps fish active and feeding.

Catfish are starting to show more action, particularly after dark or just at sunset. Fresh cut baits and stinkbaits are the ticket if you want to tangle with a channel cat.

Best bet for hot spots today are:
- The area below Willow Beach for stripers and trout, especially early.
- The coves just below Davis Dam for both largemouth and smallmouth bass—work the brush lines and rocky outcrops.
- Boxcar Cove up on Lake Mead, where shore anglers are still putting together nice stringers of stripers and the occasional trophy cat.

Don’t forget to keep your catch wet for quick photos and get those fish back in the water to keep this river thriving for everyone.

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Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report for Friday, June 6th, 2025.

The sun rose at 6:18 AM this morning and will set around 7:15 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours on the water. Weather today is looking fantastic with mild temperatures - perfect for a full day of fishing.

I'm thrilled to report that fishing conditions along the Colorado River are absolutely stellar right now! We're experiencing some of the best action of the season with stripers, bass, and trout all biting strong. This hot bite has been building steadily since mid-May and shows no signs of slowing down.

Striper action remains particularly hot near the dam areas, with multiple catches reported using anchovies and cut bait. These fighters are providing real excitement, especially during early morning hours. Bass fishing has picked up significantly as well, with largemouth hitting spinnerbaits and soft plastics near structure.

For you trout enthusiasts, fishing remains productive despite changing water conditions. The Colorado River is running at about 2640 CFS below Glenwood Springs with varying clarity - typically brown after hot days but slightly better following cooler periods. Blue winged olive patterns, caddis imitations, and small green drake nymphs are all producing results.

Hot spots this week include the areas near Grizzly Creek and below Glenwood Springs where several anglers reported impressive catches. Just remember that spawning closures remain in effect at Grizzly, Canyon, Castle and Elk Creeks until June 1st - look for the signs where fishing is off limits.

If you're heading to Storrie Lake State Park near Las Vegas, they've been stocked twice last week with over 3,000 catchable-size rainbow trout, making it a prime destination.

For those targeting stripers, try using Pats Rubber Legs or weighted worms paired with caddis pupa. Streamer fishing has been effective too - hit the banks and if wading, throw out to the middle of the river and strip in on the swing. An articulated Dundgeon or Sculpzilla should do the trick.

Looking at Lake Mead, water levels are holding steady at around 33% capacity. Despite concerns about potential drops in 2025, recent moisture has helped stabilize conditions.

Remember folks, water conservation remains important for all of us using Colorado River water, so do your part while enjoying these amazing fishing opportunities.

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Artificial Lure here with your June 1, 2025 Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report.

Sunrise kicked off the day at 6:18 AM, with sunset expected around 7:15 PM, giving us prime fishing conditions throughout this long desert day. Weather’s on our side, too—mild temps and mostly clear skies have made for a gorgeous morning and the promise of steady bite windows right through the evening, especially in those slightly cooler early and late hours. The Colorado River below Davis Dam is flowing at a healthy pace around 2,640 CFS, though water clarity can vary: expect a bit of color after hot days, clearing up when the nights cool off, according to daily updates from the Colorado River Las Vegas Fishing Report.

The fishing this week has been nothing short of spectacular. Stripers are putting on quite a show, particularly near the dam and marina areas. Recent catches have included some serious whoppers—a 26-pounder was landed earlier this year, and plenty of 16- to 18-pound fish have been reported all spring. Early mornings have seen solid action with anchovies and cut baits—those looking for fast striper hits should set up before dawn or fish the evening shadows, especially near current breaks and drop-offs. Striper activity is holding strong with both cut bait and topwater lures showing results.

Bass anglers, it’s your time. Both largemouth and smallmouth are feeding aggressively along rocky structure and submerged brush. Soft plastics like Senkos, as well as white spinnerbaits, have drawn consistent strikes. Look to back bays and points near Laughlin Bay and below Davis Dam—these are your best bets for numbers, with big girls still hanging close to deeper rocks.

Rainbow trout fishing remains steady, with recent reports of holdover fish hitting small spinners, PowerBait, and salmon eggs near stocked sections below Davis Dam. Early mornings and shaded runs are most productive as water temps creep up. Blue winged olive and caddis fly imitations have also been working when drifted naturally.

Hot spots to hit today include the stretch just below Davis Dam where deeper holes concentrate both stripers and rainbows, and Laughlin Lagoon for a mixed bag including bass and the occasional hefty catfish. The Riverside and Big Bend State Park access points offer easy entry and solid fish counts.

Best baits for today: anchovies or cut bait for stripers, soft plastics or spinnerbaits for bass, and for trout go with PowerBait, nightcrawlers, or tiny in-line spinners.

Don’t forget—water levels at Lake Mead are steady for now thanks to last winter’s snowpack, but always check flows before launching. With the bite hot and the weather perfect, there’s no better time to hit the water.

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Good morning, river rats and reel wranglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Colorado River, Las Vegas fishing report for Saturday, May 31, 2025. Time to get the scoop on what’s biting, the best spots, and what’s cookin’ along the mighty Colorado.

Sunrise today breaks above the canyon walls right around 5:30 AM, and you’ll have sun well into the evening—sunset’s slated for about 7:40 PM. That gives you plenty of time to soak up the desert heat and enjoy some prime fishing action. Weather’s looking good for casting: expect mild early morning temperatures in the mid-60s, warming up to the low 80s by afternoon under mostly clear skies. Winds should stay gentle, so no need to battle gusts out there.

Now, let’s talk about the water. Just so you know, the Colorado River here isn’t tidal—it’s all about the water releases from dams upstream. According to recent daily fishing reports, you’ll usually see a slow rise in river levels through the morning and into midday as water comes down from the dams. That gentle current bump tends to get fish moving into current breaks and shoreline coves, so keep your eyes peeled for those sweet spots.

Fish activity is red hot right now. Over the past few weeks, anglers have been pulling in good numbers of rainbow trout thanks to some heavy stocking upriver, but the real stars have been striped bass and largemouth bass. Stripers are coming in strong, especially in the early morning and late evening hours, with fish up to five pounds being landed regularly. Bass are also active and responding well to a variety of lures.

As for bait and lures, if you’re after striped bass, you’ll want to rig up with cut anchovies or silver swimbaits. Jumpin’ Minnows and Kastmasters are working well, too—especially if you’re covering water in the deeper runs and along drop-offs. For bass, try some soft plastics or crankbaits around structure and current breaks. If you’re targeting trout, classic PowerBait, spoons, or small spinners should do the trick.

Let’s hit up the hot spots: Community Park is a perennial favorite for striped bass below Davis Dam, and the river stretch both above and below Laughlin continues to produce solid catches. Don’t overlook the shoreline coves and current breaks, especially as water levels creep up in the morning.

Today’s conditions are prime for a great day on the water, so grab your tackle and get after it. Thanks for tuning in, and remember to subscribe for fresh reports every day.

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Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report for Friday, May 30th, 2025.

The sun rose at 5:29 AM this morning, and you'll have plenty of daylight with sunset coming around 7:42 PM. Weather-wise, we're looking at clear skies with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s by afternoon and mild southwest winds at 5-10 mph - nearly perfect fishing conditions!

River conditions are running higher than normal due to spring runoff, especially in the upper reaches. Water clarity has been an issue with the snowmelt collecting silt, typically appearing brown after hot days and slightly better after cooler days.

The fishing action has been phenomenal this week! Striped bass are showing up consistently, especially during morning and evening hours. Anglers are landing stripers up to five pounds on cut anchovies and silver swimbaits. Jumpin' Minnows and Kastmasters have been particularly effective in deeper runs and along drop-offs.

Rainbow trout action remains strong thanks to recent heavy stocking. The dry fly fishing has really picked up, with the morning bite being especially productive. For those targeting brown trout in the upper sections, I recommend larger flies and lures - woolly buggers fished in slack water have been landing some trophy-sized fish.

Bass fishing continues to be excellent throughout the area. Artificial lures are producing consistent results, particularly during early morning and late afternoon when fish are most active.

Catfish activity has definitely increased in the lower reaches and backwaters. Cut bait, livers, and catfish nuggets have all been working well as drift baits and still baits.

Remember that spawning closures are in effect at Grizzly, Canyon, Castle, and Elk Creeks until June 1st - look for the signs where fishing is off-limits.

Hot spots to check out today: Lake Mead's Hemenway Harbor for nice stripers, Willow Beach for rainbow trout, and the coves around Boulder City for largemouth bass. Community Park and below Davis Dam are producing excellent striper action.

Use caution if wading due to higher water flows, and always check the latest regulations from the Colorado Division of Wildlife before heading out.

That's all for today's report. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and good luck out there! Thanks for tuning in, and don't forget to subscribe for daily updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report for Wednesday, May 28th, 2025.

We're experiencing quite a shift in conditions compared to earlier this month. Water clarity has been an ongoing challenge with runoff continuing, though flows are running lower than typical for this time of year at around 2640 CFS in the Colorado system. The water tends to be browner after hot days and slightly clearer following cooler ones.

For today's fishing, you'll want to get out early as we're expecting temperatures to climb. The striper, bass, and trout bite that started strong in early May is still holding up decently. Locals have been reporting good catches using caddis patterns, blue-winged olive nymphs, and stonefly imitations. If you're targeting the bigger fish, switch to streamers on overcast periods - they've been particularly productive.

Food sources currently present in the system include blue-winged olive nymphs, emergers and adults, caddis pupae and adults, small green drake and PMD nymphs, and midges. The rainbow trout spawning season is wrapping up, but please continue to respect any remaining no-fishing zones you encounter.

For those looking to try their luck today, I recommend heading to the stretch below Glenwood Springs where fishing has been rating around 7 out of 10. Storrie Lake is another hot spot worth checking - they received a substantial stocking of rainbows earlier this month with some beauties in the 16+ inch range.

Lure selection has been critical lately. If you're nymphing, start with a heavier pattern like a Pat's Rubber Legs or weighted worm, followed by a caddis pupa. For those preferring streamers, work the banks thoroughly and don't be surprised to get strikes as you retrieve to cast again. Articulated Dundgeons and Sculpzillas have been particularly effective.

Remember those annual spawning closures at Grizzly, Canyon, Castle and Elk Creeks remain in effect until June 1st - just a few more days to go before those areas open back up.

For bait fishermen, worms have been consistently producing, especially in the deeper pools where fish are holding to escape the warmer, cloudier water.

That's your Colorado River fishing report for today, May 28th. Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow.

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report for Monday May 26, 2025.

First up, sunrise came at about 5:30 AM and you can expect sunset this evening around 7:40 PM, so there is plenty of daylight to wet a line. Weather is just about perfect for late May, with clear blue skies, temperatures heading into the mid-80s, and just a touch of light wind to keep things pleasant. The river flows are sitting steady at around 240 cubic feet per second, a bit higher than earlier in the month, which has really activated the bite, especially in some of the deeper water channels[4].

Let us talk about what’s biting. Rainbow trout action is still hot following the big stockings at Storrie Lake just upriver, with more than 4,000 catchable rainbows and another 450 bigger ones put in a few weeks ago. These rainbows are still lively, with anglers pulling in good numbers, especially using gold or silver spinners. If you are fishing bait, salmon eggs and bright PowerBait are the local favorites—they have been putting plenty of dinner-sized trout on stringers all week[4][2].

The stripers and bass have also been active, taking advantage of the steady flows and warming water. Stripers are hitting hard in the early mornings and evenings, especially near structure and drop-offs. Your best bet for stripers is to throw swimbaits or large jerkbaits that mimic shad. If you are after bass, soft plastics in natural or watermelon colors are working great, especially in the rocky coves and near submerged brush[4].

With the water clearing up a bit after some cooler nights, fly anglers are seeing success drifting blue winged olive nymphs, caddis emergers, and even some green drake nymphs. Streamers have produced on cloudy days, especially if you find a stretch with a little extra color in the water up by Willow Beach or below Davis Dam[1].

If you are looking for hot spots, right now you cannot go wrong checking out the tailwater below Hoover Dam for trout in the mornings, or the deeper holes around Willow Beach for stripers and the occasional big rainbow. Another solid spot is the stretch around Big Bend State Recreation Area; the current seams and eddies there have been holding both bass and trout.

To wrap it up, bring your gold and silver spinners or bright bait for trout, try swimbaits or jerkbaits for stripers, and keep some soft plastics handy for bass. With clear skies, steady flows, and plenty of daylight, today looks to be another banner day on the Colorado River in the Las Vegas stretch. Good luck out there, and tight lines[4][1].

Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report for Sunday, May 25th, 2025.

The sun rose about 6:18 AM this morning and will set around 7:15 PM tonight, giving you plenty of daylight hours to get out on the water. Weather today is looking favorable with mild temperatures, perfect for a full day of fishing.

I'm excited to share that fishing conditions along the Colorado River are absolutely stellar right now! We're seeing some of the best action of the spring season. Over the past week, the trout, stripers, and bass have all been biting strong, with activity heating up considerably since mid-May.

Striper action has been particularly hot near the dam areas, with anglers reporting multiple catches using anchovies and cut bait. These fighters are providing some real excitement, especially in the early morning hours. Bass fishing has picked up significantly as well, with largemouth hitting spinnerbaits and soft plastics near structure.

For trout enthusiasts, the fishing remains productive despite the changing water conditions. The Colorado is running at about 2640 CFS below Glenwood Springs with varying clarity - typically brown after hot days but slightly better following cooler periods. Blue winged olive patterns, caddis imitations, and small green drake nymphs are all producing results. If you're fly fishing, guides are moving away from smaller patterns and switching to stonefly and caddis rigs as we head toward summer.

Hot spots to try today include the areas just below Hoover Dam for stripers, Willow Beach for a mix of trout and bass, and Lake Mohave for some excellent smallmouth action. Just remember that annual spawning closures are still in effect at several creek mouths until June 1st - you'll see the signs where fishing is off limits.

Bait recommendations: For trout, try PowerBait in chartreuse or salmon peach colors. For stripers, anchovies or chicken liver have been working wonders. Bass are hitting on watermelon-colored soft plastics and chartreuse spinnerbaits.

Lure suggestions: Medium diving crankbaits in shad patterns have been productive for stripers. For bass, try Texas-rigged worms in the morning and switch to topwater as the day heats up.

The tides aren't a factor on our section of the Colorado, but water releases from the dam can affect fishing conditions, so check the latest flow reports before heading out.

Folks, this is prime time on the Colorado River. With the excellent bite we're experiencing, don't miss your chance to get out there today. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines and good luck!

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Colorado River fishing report for Saturday, May 24, 2025, focused on the stretch near Las Vegas.

Sunrise came in at around 5:32 AM this morning and you’ll have daylight to cast lines until sunset at about 7:36 PM. The weather today is ideal for fishing: expect clear skies, temperatures peaking near 82 degrees, and light southwest winds around 5 to 8 miles per hour. The Colorado’s water level is holding steady, with flows a bit above what we saw earlier this month—perfect for stirring up those deeper river channels and getting the fish moving[3].

The recent bite has been downright lively. Rainbow trout action is strong thanks to recent heavy stocking. Storrie Lake just northeast of town received more than 4,000 catchable rainbows on May 6 and another 450 larger models averaging 16.5 inches just after that. While those fish were stocked upstream, similar stockings in the Colorado system are keeping the bite hot around Las Vegas. Anglers have been hooking plenty of rainbows, with small spinners—especially gold or silver blades—producing best results. If you’re bait fishing, salmon eggs and brightly colored PowerBait are working wonders[3].

Striped bass are also active in the main river channels and below the spillways. The rising flows have them chasing schools of shad and smaller fish. Trolling with swimbaits, casting topwater plugs during low-light periods, and fishing live shad will all get you strikes. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are coming out of their spring spawn and starting to move back into the shallower rocks and submerged structure, hitting on soft plastics and crankbaits that imitate baitfish[2][3].

Best hot spots right now include the river bends north of Willow Beach and the areas just below Davis Dam. These sections have some deeper runs and eddies where trout and stripers are holding. Early mornings, just after sunrise, are prime time, but bite windows often reopen in the late afternoon as shadows stretch over the water[3].

With water clarity a bit off due to higher flows, stick to lures with some flash or vibration. Try Panther Martin or Rooster Tail spinners for trout, and for bass and stripers, go with white or shad-pattern swimbaits, or bright crankbaits.

To sum it up: rainbow trout are biting well, stripers are actively hunting, and bass fishing is on the upswing as we move into summer. Salmon eggs, PowerBait, gold and silver spinners, soft plastics, and shad-pattern crankbaits are all on the menu.

Tight lines and good luck out there on the Colorado!