Artificial Lure here with your June 18th, 2025 Lake Mead fishing report.

Sunrise hit the water at 5:21 AM and sunset will close the day at 7:59 PM. No tides to worry about on Lake Mead, but the real story is the desert heat—expect highs pushing well above 100 degrees, so plan your fishing early or stick around for that evening bite.

Fishing activity has been good overall. As the heat ramps up, most fish are hunkering down deep during the day and cruising shallow at dawn and dusk. The striper bite remains steady, with anglers having the best luck on live shad and cut anchovies, especially near the cove entrances in the Vegas Wash area and around Hemenway Harbor. Three-inch silver swimbaits are producing for those working deeper water, while Kastmasters and Jumpin’ Minnows are getting hits from subsurface stripers. If you’re hunting that classic topwater explosion, throw a spook or a popper at first light—several locals have landed stripers and an occasional largemouth on these baits this week, especially when the shad are pushing up shallow, according to Sportsman’s Warehouse and recent podcast updates from Spreaker.

Bass anglers are finding the bite tougher mid-day, with fish moving deeper to escape the sun. Black bass, including largemouth and smallmouth, are still being caught along weed lines and rocky points near Callville Bay and Hemenway. Early morning and late evening are prime times—try crankbaits, topwater poppers, chatterbaits, or a Texas-rigged plastic. A drop shot with a Roboworm in Morning Dawn or Margarita Mutilator has been a go-to for those grinding out a limit. Glide baits in shad pattern continue to fool a few bigger bass for those willing to hunt for a trophy, as seen from recent reports on YouTube.

Bluegill and catfish action has picked up near 33-Hole, especially for shore anglers using nightcrawlers and hot dogs after dark. Catfish are also active along drop-offs on stink baits and anchovies. The crappie bite in the Overton Arm has slowed a bit but anglers are still picking up a few nice slabs on small jigs, especially in the evening.

Hot spots this week:
- Hemenway Harbor: Consistent for stripers and catfish on bait, with topwater bass bites early.
- Vegas Wash: Productive for stripers on cut anchovy and live shad.
- Callville Bay: Good numbers of bass on plastics, cranks, and surface baits along weed edges.
- 33-Hole: Solid catfish and bluegill fishing, especially after sundown.

Best Baits & Lures:
- Stripers: Cut anchovy, live shad, silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, Jumpin’ Minnows, Zara Spook.
- Bass: Topwater poppers, crankbaits, chatterbaits, Texas or drop shot rigs with Roboworms, glide baits.
- Catfish: Nightcrawlers, hot dogs, stink baits, anchovies.
- Bluegill: Nightcrawlers.

That’s it for today’s Lake Mead report—hydrate, use sun protection, and keep those lines tight. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe for your next fishing fix. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, June 15, 2025 Lake Mead fishing report. We’re locked into a classic Nevada summer pattern, with a triple-digit heat wave and an early morning bite being your best ticket to a productive day on the water. Today’s sunrise hit around 5:30 AM, and sunset’s expected near 7:45 PM, so your prime windows are just after dawn and in the couple hours before dark.

Tidal swings don’t play much of a role on Lake Mead, so focus more on the wind and light. Skies are mostly clear with a light southern breeze, and temps are pushing 105 degrees by the afternoon—hydrate and bring shade.

The bass bite has been tough during midday, with black bass and smallmouth moving deeper as surface temps heat up. Drop-shot rigs with creature baits and deep-diving crankbaits are the top producers. The weedy shorelines near Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor are still giving up some nice largemouth early, but once the sun’s overhead, those fish slide out to the 20-30 foot range—think drop-shot, neko rig, or finesse jigs just off rocky points and submerged brush, according to recent local YouTube guides and podcast updates.

Striped bass action continues strong, especially for those targeting the cove entrances around Vegas Wash. Most striper limits are coming on cut anchovies or live shad, but three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin’ Minnows are getting bit as well. Early and late are best; as the sun comes up, switch to deeper channels or troll with umbrella rigs.

Crappie are still active in the Overton Arm, with jigs in white and chartreuse picking up fish in the 10 to 12-inch range. Bluegill and catfish are hanging around 33-Hole—nightcrawlers and chunks of hot dog fished on bottom have been the ticket for steady cat action.

Top five lures for the week: Zara Spook topwater, silver Kastmaster, deep-diving shad-colored crankbait, drop-shot with white or green pumpkin plastics, and a 4-inch chartreuse tube jig for panfish.

For hot spots, focus on:
- Weedy coves at Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor for bass at first and last light.
- Vegas Wash cove entrances for stripers all day, especially on moving baits.
- Overton Arm for crappie and steady action.
- 33-Hole for bluegill and catfish, especially after sundown.

That’s the rundown for Lake Mead this week. Remember, treat those spawning fish with care—get them back quick so we all have great fishing in the future. Thanks for tuning in, and make sure you subscribe for daily updates.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Saturday, June 14, 2025.

The desert sun is back in full force, and we’re already seeing triple digits by midday, so the name of the game right now is beating the heat. Sunrise came in at 5:20 AM and sunset isn’t until 7:57 PM, but trust me—your best shot at big catches is in those early morning or late evening hours before things get sizzling. There’s no meaningful tidal swing on Lake Mead, but wind can be a factor, so keep an eye out for afternoon breezes picking up around 15 mph today.

The fishing action is classic June—bass are moving into their deep summer haunts, and stripers are on the prowl. Black bass, both largemouth and smallmouth, are mostly done spawning and are sliding off beds into 20 to 30 feet of water. Anglers are having good luck on drop-shot rigs with creature baits and deep-diving crankbaits. If you’re not fishing deep, work those shade lines—one lone bush, a boulder, or a shadow near the shore can hold a fat bass, even if the rest of the cove looks dead. For the best largemouth action right now, I recommend working the weedy shorelines and shaded pockets near Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor, just as reported by Sportsman’s Warehouse and fellow YouTube guides.

The striped bass bite is hot, especially at first light. Best bait choice is still cut anchovies—stripers are stacking up outside Hemenway Harbor and over at Boxcar Cove. Don’t overlook tossing a three-inch silver swimbait, Kastmaster, or Jumpin’ Minnow for those subsurface fish. Early mornings are when the striper boils pop off, so get out before the sun’s high.

If you’re after panfish, crappie are peaking in the Overton Arm. Chartreuse and white jigs or small tubes are your go-to—just bounce them near submerged brush or rock piles and you’ll find some action.

Other reports say bluegill and catfish are firing around 33-Hole, with nightcrawlers and even good ol’ hot dogs pulling in steady numbers.

For lures, stick with what’s proven—topwater poppers and ploppers at dawn, white and silver paddle-tail swimbaits, deep-diving crankbaits, and confidence plastics like drop-shot roboworms in shad or baitfish colors. For bass, nothing wrong with a bright neon worm in deep water—you want to see those bites. Spinnerbaits and buzzbaits are worth a try for bigger bites if clouds roll in or the wind picks up.

Hot spots: Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor for bass; Boxcar Cove, Hemenway Harbor, and Vegas Wash for stripers; Overton Arm for crappie. If you’re shore fishing, don’t skip those little pockets of shade—there’s often a fish there.

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Hey there, folks Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 14th, 2025. It's shaping up to be another scorching day in the desert, with temperatures already approaching the triple digits. If you're planning to hit the water, I recommend getting out early or waiting for the evening. Sunrise today was at 5:26 AM, and sunset will be around 7:45 PM.

The bass bite has been shifting deeper as the water warms up. Black bass are hitting drop-shot rigs with creature baits and deep-diving crankbaits in the 20-30 foot range. For the best largemouth action, check out the weedy shorelines near Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor. These areas are seeing a lot of activity as the fish move off their beds and into slightly deeper water.

Striped bass fishing has been heating up, with cut anchovies and three-inch silver swimbaits producing well around Boxcar Cove and outside Hemenway Harbor. If you're after these fighters, the best action is in the early mornings right around sunrise. Kastmasters and Jumpin Minnows are also solid options for subsurface fish.

Crappie fishing is peaking in the Overton Arm, with anglers having success with chartreuse jigs and tubes. This area is a hot spot for those looking to land some tasty panfish.

When it comes to lures, topwater and jerkbaits are great for getting bigger bites, while plastics can help fill your limit. Don't forget to work those coves and any dark patches you see, as shade is key to survival for these fish.

For today, my top picks for fishing spots are Calville Bay and the Overton Arm. Calville offers those weedy shorelines perfect for largemouth, and the Overton Arm is where you'll find crappie action.

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Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your local fishing expert, here with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 14, 2025. It's shaping up to be another scorching day, with temperatures already pushing past 100 degrees. So, if you're planning to hit the water, make sure to get out early or plan for an evening session.

Sunrise is at about 5:30 AM, and sunset is around 7:50 PM. While Lake Mead doesn't follow typical tidal patterns since it's a lake, the water levels are influenced by other factors like evaporation and water management. However, for fishing purposes, the focus remains on water temperature and clarity.

The bass bite has been shifting deeper as the water warms. Black bass are hitting drop-shot rigs with creature baits and deep-diving crankbaits in the 20-30 foot range. Weedy shorelines near Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor are hot spots for largemouth action. Don't overlook those shady areas; bass often seek shade to avoid the heat.

Striped bass fishing is heating up, with cut anchovies and three-inch silver swimbaits being effective baits, especially around Boxcar Cove and outside Hemenway Harbor. Kastmasters and Jumpin Minnows are also catching subsurface fish. The best striper action has been in the early mornings right around sunrise.

Crappie fishing is peaking in the Overton Arm. Anglers are having success with chartreuse jigs and tubes. If you're after these tasty panfish, that should be your target area.

For those looking for reaction baits, topwater lures like Spooks or Zara Spooks work well, especially for stripers and largemouth bass. Don't forget to explore coves and work both clockwise and counter-clockwise to find those schooling fish.

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This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, June 13, 2025. Folks, summer is in full swing and the desert heat is cranking up, with air temps already pushing past 100 degrees again today. That means the best fishing is happening either at first light or after the sun drops behind the mountains. Sunrise this morning hit around 5:23 AM and sunset’s coming at 7:58 PM, so you've got a solid early and late window to work the water.

There’s no tidal action on Lake Mead, but weather plays a big part. Winds are forecast to stay under 10 mph most of the day and skies are expected to be clear, so conditions should be smooth for both boating and shore anglers.

Fish activity has shifted with the heat. Bass are pulling off the shallow beds and holding deeper during the middle of the day. For black bass, target those weedy shorelines at Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor early, then slide out to 20-to-30-foot depths once the sun’s up. Drop-shot rigs with creature baits have been getting bit, and deep-diving crankbaits are working when the bass set up offshore. Don’t sleep on the shade lines—one little bush or boulder can hold a big fish when it’s blazing hot, so hit every pocket of shade you find, even if the spot looks dead otherwise.

Striped bass are still heating up, especially near Boxcar Cove and just outside Hemenway Harbor. Best results right now are on cut anchovies, but if you’re fishing artificial, three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin Minnows are all solid producers. Get there early: the hottest striper bite has been right around sunrise before the sun gets high.

Over in the Overton Arm, the crappie bite is peaking. Chartreuse jigs and tubes are the ticket, and folks are filling up stringers with slabs in the brushier cuts and flooded timber.

Bluegill and catfish are reliable near the 33-Hole area; night crawlers and even hot dogs are pulling in both species right now. For catfish, evening is your best bet.

As for lures, the local tackle shops and regulars are sticking to what’s working: whites and silvers for shad imitators, topwater baits like poppers and Zara Spooks for early morning, and classic drop-shots or football jigs when the bass get tight-lipped. For plastics, try wacky-rigged Senkos, Roboworms in Margarita Mutilator and Morning Dawn, or brown/purple spider jigs—especially when working deeper structure.

Hot spots to target today are:
- Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor for bass—pound the weed lines at sunup, then move deep.
- Boxcar Cove for stripers—anchovies or swimbaits right at first light.
- Overton Arm for crappie—find the brush with a chartreuse jig.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, June 13, 2025.

It’s another classic June morning in southern Nevada—sunrise rolled in at 5:21 a.m., and we'll see sunset at 7:57 p.m. We’re looking at a scorcher today; temps will blow past 100 degrees before lunchtime, so plan your trip early or head out for that sunset bite. There’s no tidal swing due to Lake Mead being a reservoir, but boat traffic will pick up quick with the heat, so getting out before the crowds pays off.

The bass bite is deepening as water temps climb. Black bass are pushing out to the 20-30 foot range by late morning. Early birds dragging drop-shot rigs with creature baits and deep-diving crankbaits are scoring largemouth, especially along weedy banks and deeper structure near Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor. Shade lines are gold—don’t ignore solitary boulders or flooded bushes. If there’s a hint of shadow, odds are a bass is lurking. Local guides are reporting four-pound smallmouths landed this week, with big fish coming up early before slipping down to cooler cover.

Striped bass are in full feed mode during first light. Cut anchovies have been the ticket, especially around Boxcar Cove and just outside Hemenway Harbor. If you prefer artificials, three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin’ Minnows are pulling strikes right under the surface at sunup. Keep a topwater handy—walk-the-dog style lures and poppers can trigger explosive strikes if you find schooling fish.

Crappie have been peaking in the Overton Arm, with anglers limiting out on chartreuse jigs and tubes. For other finesse work, classic drop shot Roboworms in “Margarita Mutilator” or “Morning Dawn” colors are a solid bet. For those targeting bigger bites, topwater and jerkbaits—especially Spooks and spinnerbaits—have been producing both quality largemouth and the occasional double hookup with smallmouth. Don’t sleep on buzzbaits or spider jigs in deeper water for midday action.

Hot spots this week:
- Calville Bay: Early largemouth on the weedlines and smallmouth off the main points.
- Boxcar Cove: Prime for stripers at dawn.
- Overton Arm: Crappie are thick on submerged brush; bring the light tackle!

Remember, hydration is your friend—pack that cooler and don’t forget your sun protection. Get to your spot early, work those shadows, and adjust deeper as the sun climbs.

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This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 11th, 2025.

Today’s shaping up hot with air temps north of 100 degrees. At Lake Mead, that means smart fishing means early mornings and late evenings—midday is for the lizards and the sun worshippers, not the anglers. Sunrise hit at 5:22 AM and you’ll see sunset at 7:56 PM. There’s no true tide in the lake, but wind can make water push and pull—watch for breezy periods that’ll stack up baitfish and stir up a bite.

The morning bite is best. Bass action has moved deeper with this heat, most quality largemouth and smallies pushing out to the 20-30 foot range once the sun’s up. Drop shots, neko rigs, and finesse baits are turning fish. Tackle the deep humps and shaded bluffs near Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor—these are the hot spots right now, with both largemouth and smallmouth showing up for persistent anglers. If you find a little shade—be it off a bush or a boulder—work it slow, as big bass will tuck tight to cover as the day heats up. According to recent reports and guides running these waters, shade lines are as productive as ever in early June.

For stripers, live shad and cut anchovies are money, especially at cove entrances around Vegas Wash. Three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin’ Minnows are also steady producers for subsurface fish. Don’t overlook topwater lures early—Spooks and poppers can get explosive hits right at daybreak, especially when you see surface activity or birds working. Colorwise, whites and silvers do the trick, imitating shad perfectly, and topwater lures in these shades have been catching both bass and stripers lately.

Bluegill and catfish are active near 33-Hole. Night crawlers and even hot dogs are drawing in cats, especially for those sticking it out after dark. Overton Arm is still giving up the odd crappie on small jigs if you want to mix it up.

Biggest catches this week? A verified 4-pound smallmouth came in from a local cove, and bass in the 2–3 pound range are typical for those dialing in their presentations. Covering water pays off—use your trolling motor, throw reaction baits like spinnerbaits or crankbaits, and don’t be afraid to change angles.

Today’s recommended hot spots: Calville Bay for deep bass and stripers, Hemenway Harbor for a mix of action, and the shallows of 33-Hole after dusk for catfish and bluegill.

Gear up, bring more water than you think you need, and get on the lake early or late to beat both the sun and the crowds. Thanks for tuning in to today’s bite. Be sure to subscribe for all your Lake Mead fishing updates.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 11, 2025.

We’re looking at a classic early-summer pattern on Lake Mead, Nevada. Temperatures have been topping 100 degrees, so the best action is definitely happening in the cooler early morning and late evening hours. This morning, sunrise was at 5:22 a.m. and sunset will clock in around 7:54 p.m., giving you plenty of daylight to work with if you plan it right. There’s no tidal influence on Lake Mead since it’s a reservoir, so you can focus fully on time of day and shade lines.

Air is hot, but winds are calm early and pick up in the afternoon. Water temps are heating up, pushing most species a bit deeper by about mid-morning. You’re going to want to get out there at first light for the best bite, especially for bass and stripers.

Striped bass remain very active, especially at cove entrances near Vegas Wash and around Hemenway Harbor. According to Sportsman's Warehouse reports, live shad and cut anchovies are producing lots of bites, but three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin Minnows are also getting hit hard. Boaters drifting cut anchovies are picking up some solid stripers, and shore anglers are doing well with the classic chicken liver and anchovy combo.

Largemouth and smallmouth bass fishing has shifted: as the sun gets up, these fish move out deep, hitting the 20 to 30 foot range. Local anglers suggest working finesse baits like drop-shot rigs, Ned rigs, and classic Texas rigs. If you’re a fan of reaction baits, don’t overlook topwater early—poppers, Zara Spooks, and walking baits are getting the nod before sunrise, and plastics in white or neon are excellent for bed fishing, especially if you’re sight-fishing the shallows. Top-producing plastics include the Rapala CrushCity Cleanup Craw and smaller worms in the oxblood or margarita mutilator colors.

Bluegill and catfish are steady, especially near the 33-Hole area. Night crawlers and even hot dogs will put some good catfish in the cooler after dark. For crappie, Overton Arm is still putting out a few on small jigs, although that bite has slowed a bit.

If you’re looking for hot spots, put Callville Bay, Hemenway Harbor, and the mouths of the Las Vegas Bay coves at the top of your list. Fish those first light shade lines hard before the heat drives fish deeper. Vegas Wash has also been a consistent striper producer.

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Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your June 11, 2025 Lake Mead fishing report, straight from the desert’s blue heart.

We kicked off the day under a neon sunrise at 5:22 a.m., with the mercury already climbing toward triple digits as we roll into summer. Expect afternoon highs just above 100°F, but a dry breeze should keep things tolerable until sunset at 7:55 p.m. There’s no tidal change here, just good old-fashioned wind and sun dictating fish behavior.

If you want bites, you gotta beat the heat. The action is best early or late, with both mornings and evenings seeing the most activity. The bass bite, especially largemouth and smallmouth, has been a bit finicky lately due to hotter water temps—most fish are pushing deeper, hanging in the 20 to 30 foot range once the sun is high. Local guides on YouTube have hammered on the importance of shade: if you spot even a little shadow from a boulder or single bush, work it hard. Odds are a bass is lurking there, cooling off and waiting to ambush prey.

For technique, finesse is the name of the game. Drop shot rigs and Ned rigs are getting steady results in deeper water. If you’re partial to reaction baits, don’t overlook spinnerbaits—especially custom “Lake Mead Special” models from Phenix, which shine in both heavy cover and open water. Topwater lures like Zara Spooks, poppers, and walking baits are getting attention along weedlines in the early morning and late evening—white and silver colors match the local shad and usually do the trick. Plastics (especially in cinnamon brown, purple, or white) on drop shots and jig heads are also bringing in both largemouth and smallmouth.

As for stripers, cut anchovies and live shad are the go-to baits, with steady striper action reported near the entrances to coves around Vegas Wash and in the Boulder Basin area. If bait’s not your style, three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin’ Minnows will put you on the fish. Catfish and bluegill are holding strong near 33-Hole, with night crawlers and, believe it or not, cut hot dogs working wonders, especially after dark.

Crappie hunters should check Overton Arm—jigs fished just off deeper structure are picking up a few slabs, though reports have been a little more hit-or-miss as the spring spawn wraps up.

Hot spots this week: try Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor for bass, Vegas Wash for stripers, and 33-Hole for your panfish and cat action. Remember, with the sun high and the water warming fast, fish deep and take plenty of shade breaks yourself.

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