Lake Powell, Utah Fishing Report Today

Artificial Lure with your Lake Powell fishing report for Friday, June 6th, 2025. Sunrise came in early at 5:02 AM and sunset’s not until 7:43 PM, giving you a long window to chase the bite across this legendary canyon country. Lake levels are on the rise—up almost a foot a day—so there’s fresh flooded brush and new structure popping up along the banks, and that’s got the fish moving and feeding in shallower water. Water temperature at Wahweap Bay is holding steady at 66°F, which is prime for active fish and puts them right in the transition between spawn and summer modes.

The weather today is cooperative—expect calm conditions through the morning, with just a light breeze in the afternoon and highs in the mid-80s. Perfect conditions for working both shallow and deeper water. The wind may kick up later, so plan your run to distant spots early and take plenty of water and sun protection.

Fishing this week has been absolutely on fire. The striped bass bite is blistering, especially if you’re fishing classic striper haunts like the Glen Canyon Dam and the main lake pump station. Folks are filling coolers using dead anchovies on a Carolina rig—hands down the best method at the moment. If you want to toss lures, go for shad-imitating swimbaits and spoons. Striper schools are active from 15 to 60 feet, with the best bite just after first light and again towards sunset. Most fish have been running 2–5 pounds, but several over 10 pounds have hit the docks this week, according to recent reports from area guides and the Arizona Game & Fish Department.

Smallmouth and largemouth bass have moved deeper with the warming water, but you can still catch 1–2 pound smallmouth bass in 10–30 feet of water, especially by trolling or working tube baits and grubs. The Yamamoto Hula Grub in green pumpkin or watermelon red flake is a go-to, especially when rigged Texas style and crawled along rocky points and newly flooded brush. For a faster search pattern, tie on a green pumpkin chatterbait with a baby bass fluke trailer and work those windy points and secondary coves—bass just can’t lay off this combo right now.

Topwater isn’t quite there yet—recent full moon phases have made that bite a little spotty—but keep a Zara Spook or popper handy for any surprise surface activity, especially at first and last light. Catfish, crappie, and the odd walleye are also biting, with stink baits, cut bait, or live worms producing well at night or in the deeper cuts.

Hot spots to hit:

- Glen Canyon Dam for stripers, especially early.

- The main lake pump station for consistent multi-species action.

- Warm Creek Bay and the entrance to Navajo Canyon for bass and bonus stripers.

A quick tip: As the lake rises, fish right up into the new brush and target the edges for ambush predators.

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Artificial Lure coming to you with the June 4th, 2025 fishing report for Lake Powell, Utah—let’s get you dialed in for a day on the water.

Sunrise hit at 5:02 AM and sunset’s coming at 7:43 PM, so there’s plenty of daylight to work the coves, points, and channel edges. Lake levels are on the rise, coming up nearly a foot a day—meaning new structure to target and hungry fish moving shallow. Water temps at Wahweap Bay are holding right around 66°F, prime for active fish and spawning transitions according to Arizona Game & Fish Department.

Weather today: Calm conditions most of the morning, with light breezes picking up in the afternoon. Highs will be in the mid-80s—pack your sunscreen and plenty of water.

Now, on to the bite: This week the action’s been absolutely explosive across the lake. The striped bass bite is red hot—anglers are filling coolers at classic striper haunts like the Glen Canyon Dam and the main lake pump station. Dead anchovies on a Carolina rig are unbeatable right now, but shad-imitating swimbaits and spoons are also landing fish. Striper schools are roaming in 15–60 feet, with the best action coming after first light and again in the late afternoon. Average fish are in that 2–5 lb range, with an occasional whopper north of 10 pounds being reported by locals and guides.

Smallmouth bass are loaded up on rocky main-lake points and secondary shelves, hitting Ned rigs, tubes, and drop-shot finesse worms in earth tones. The largemouth bass bite is best in sun-warmed coves with brush or flooded tumbleweed flats—throw weightless stickbaits or spinnerbaits right to the cover and hang on. According to FishingPowell.com, largemouth numbers are solid and the fish are chunky.

Crappie and bluegill are being caught around submerged timber, especially in the back of canyons—mini-jigs, curly tails, and small live minnows are best. Walleye are showing in low light on crankbaits along mudlines. Catfish are always an option after sundown with cut bait just off the sandy flats.

If you want to maximize your odds today, hot spots include Navajo Canyon for mixed bags and the area below Antelope Marina for stripers chasing bait. Another strong bet is the back of Warm Creek, where the water’s coming up into new brush and all species are pushing shallow.

Last reminder: there are no tides on Lake Powell since it’s a reservoir, so don’t wait for a tidal swing—fish are moving all day and some of the best action has been late morning into the afternoon.

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Lake Powell anglers, Artificial Lure here with your June 1, 2025 Lake Powell fishing report, bringing you the latest action, conditions, and local tips straight from the water!

We’ve got classic desert weather this morning: clear skies, gentle breezes, and temps rising into the high 80s by midday. Sunrise hit at 5:01 AM and sunset will be at 7:45 PM tonight, giving you plenty of daylight to chase those hungry bass and stripers. No tidal worries here—it’s reservoir fishing all the way.

According to the Arizona Game & Fish Department’s recent updates, water temperature in Wahweap Bay is holding steady at 66°F. That’s the magic number, folks—just right for an explosive bite across the lake. We’ve been seeing both mornings and late afternoons producing solid fish, but don’t be surprised if the hot streak hits closer to midday; the “morning bite” hasn’t always been the ticket this week, so stay out and keep casting even after breakfast.

This past week, the bite has been truly electric. Reports from local guides and anglers confirm that just about everything with fins is on the prowl: smallmouth bass are the most plentiful, but largemouth, crappie, bluegill, sunfish, walleye, and stripers are all feeding aggressively. Striped bass are especially cooperative right now, going “nuts all over the lake,” according to recent guide reports. Folks filling coolers at classic spots like the dam and the pump station are finding the anchovy bite is absolutely on fire—easy limits if you get on the schools early or stay late.

For best results, hit the coves and the tight slot canyons, target shallow structure, and cover water. Smallmouth and largemouth are stacking up in the warmer, sunlit coves. Top lures this week? Crankbaits diving 15-20 feet (think shad raps and flicker shad), Rat-L-Traps, curly tail grubs, and the trusty Ned rig. For stripers, nothing beats chunked anchovy on a Carolina rig, but don’t sleep on jigging heavy spoons over deeper schools. If you’re after topwater action, make sure to have a shad-imitator tied on for early dawn or if you hit a striper boil.

Hot spots right now include Warm Creek and Navajo Canyon on the southern end, and Good Hope Bay up to 2 Mile Canyon if you’re working the north. Recent surveys say the south sides of bays are consistently holding more fish—likely due to sunlight and baitfish concentrations.

Striper sizes are running 3-4 pounds on average, but big girls are always out there in 60-90 feet if you want to troll deeper with downriggers. Largemouth have been healthy, and you’ll find them in the brushier coves with decent sun all day.

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Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Powell fishing report for Saturday, May 31, 2025.

We're experiencing perfect fishing conditions today with clear skies, temperatures in the mid-70s, and just a gentle breeze making for ideal time on the water. Sunrise was at 5:53 AM and sunset will be at 8:25 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours to get those lines wet.

Water temperatures are holding steady between 68-74 degrees – absolutely prime conditions for spring fishing. Since Lake Powell is a freshwater reservoir, no tide report needed, but focus on time of day for best fish activity.

Striper action continues to be excellent, especially in the southern lake near Glen Canyon Dam. These hungry stripers are stacking up in good numbers – boats have been reporting dozens caught per outing. For best results, cut anchovies into 1.5-inch chunks on a 1/8 to 3/8 ounce jig head. Drop your bait near the dam, particularly the right side when facing it, and work it gently up and down until you find their depth.

Stripers are also holding in the backs of many canyons. Head to where the water changes from clear to colored at depths of 30 feet or less, and troll with shad-shaped crankbaits. Once you catch one, troll that same spot again for more.

Bass fishing is hot right now too! Both largemouth and smallmouth are active in the shallows. Navajo Canyon and Warm Creek have been producing excellent catches. Popular lures like Rattletraps, 5-inch curly tail plastic grubs, and Ned Rigs are all working well.

For trophy stripers, try trolling with downriggers and whole anchovies in early morning – they're most active about 45 minutes before dawn, typically in 60-90 feet of water.

Hot spots this week include Good Hope Bay up to 2 Mile Canyon on the north end, and the consistently productive Navajo Canyon and Warm Creek on the south end. Don't forget to check out the backs of canyons where water transitions from clear to colored.

Remember to keep those stripers on ice immediately after catching and fillet them as soon as possible for best taste.

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Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Powell fishing report for Friday, May 30th, 2025.

We're experiencing prime fishing conditions right now on Lake Powell with water temps hovering around 77 degrees. The lake elevation is sitting at 3557.96 feet, and fish are definitely active.

Weather-wise, we're looking at a beauty of a day with sunny skies and a high near 47 degrees. Winds will be light from the north-northeast at about 7 mph. Perfect day to be on the water! Tonight will cool down to around 34 degrees, so layer up if you're heading out for evening fishing.

All bass species are showing what I call "spring time good" activity. Smallmouth bass have been particularly active in the 40-70 foot range in canyons holding bait. Largemouth are hitting well on Texas-rigged Senkos and stick worms.

Striper fishing has been absolutely phenomenal! They've moved out of the main channel and into the back canyons following the shad. Those freshly hatched shad are getting absolutely hammered. Look for U-shaped coves near the main channels and bay areas - that's where the action is happening. The stripers are in their best condition in decades thanks to the huge shad bloom.

For lures, silver topwaters are your best bet in the early mornings when you see surface action. Zara Spooks and fly fishing poppers have been producing great results. For deeper water, try grubs in the 10-30 foot range, and Ned rigs have been outstanding for bass. Any shaky head setups will serve you well right now.

If you're trolling, shallow divers have been working well for not just stripers but largemouth and smallmouth too. Deep diving shad crankbaits are also producing when trolling points to the main channel.

Hot spots this week: Check out Padre Bay where slurping stripers have been observed in the main channel. Also, any points connecting to the main channel in that 40-70 foot range have been holding fish. Back canyons with shoreline brush are holding shad, and that's where the predators are lurking.

Be aware that with the full moon phase, topwater action might be spotty at best, but expect fishing to improve dramatically as we move past this moon phase.

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This is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Lake Powell fishing report for Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

We are hitting the sweet spot of spring fishing here at Lake Powell, with water temperatures holding between 68 and 74 degrees. The weather today is shaping up just about perfect for anglers—clear skies, highs in the mid 70s, and just a light breeze on the water. Sunrise came early at 5:58 AM and you’ll have until sunset at 8:21 PM to get in on the action. No need to worry about tides—Lake Powell is a freshwater reservoir—so focus on time of day, water temp, and structure for fish activity rather than tidal tables.

Fishing is nothing short of outstanding right now. The striped bass bite is red hot, especially in the southern section near Glen Canyon Dam. Striper schools are thick, and folks are easily catching good numbers by using cut anchovy chunks about an inch and a half long, rigged on a 1/8 to 3/8 ounce jig head. Drop those near the dam—if you’re facing the dam, stick to the right side—and gently work your bait up and down. Once you land your first striper, remember the depth and keep your bait in that zone to fill the cooler fast; dozens per outing is not uncommon[1][3][5].

If you’re more interested in variety, the backs of the canyons are producing as well. Target stripers in colored water less than 30 feet deep using shad-shaped crankbaits. Troll through that transition zone from clear to stained water—once you get a hit, double back and troll it again. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are active all over the lake, with both species holding near rocky points, brush, and submerged structure. Crappie, catfish, bluegill, and walleye are also available and being caught by anglers using small jigs and live bait[5].

For today’s outing, the best all-around baits are fresh anchovy for stripers and soft plastic grubs or crankbaits that mimic shad for the bass. Drop shot rigs and tube jigs in green pumpkin or white are a solid pick for bass. If you’re targeting walleye or catfish, try nightcrawlers or chunk baits after sunset.

Top hot spots for the day include the area just downstream of Glen Canyon Dam—work the right side as you face the dam—and the backs of Warm Creek and Navajo Canyons, especially where the water shifts from clear to stained and temps are in that sweet 70-degree range.

That’ll do it for today’s Lake Powell report. The bite is on, the weather is perfect, and May is living up to its reputation as one of the best fishing months on the lake. Good luck out there, and remember to keep your lines tight and your bait in the strike zone.

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Good morning from Lake Powell, this is Artificial Lure with your fishing report for Monday, May 26, 2025.

We are rolling into late May with classic spring conditions—water temperatures are steady between 68 and 74 degrees, and the fish are loving it. Expect beautiful weather today: clear skies, highs in the mid 70s, and a light breeze. Sunrise was at 5:58 AM and sunset will be at 8:21 PM, so anglers have a solid window to catch the morning and evening bite. No tides to worry about on Lake Powell, just keep an eye on the clock and those water temps for the most action[2][3].

Fishing right now is nothing short of excellent. The southern end, especially around Glen Canyon Dam, is holding big numbers of hungry striped bass. They’ve been active and aggressive, with some boats reporting dozens of fish caught per outing. The go-to bait is still sliced anchovy, about an inch and a half, rigged on a 1/8 to 3/8 ounce jig head. Drop your bait near the dam on the right side if you’re facing it, and work it gently off the bottom—once you find the depth, stick with it for non-stop action[1][2][5].

If you’re more of a troller, head into the backs of canyons where the water shifts from clear to colored and is 30 feet deep or less. Troll a shad-shaped crankbait in that colored water—hook one fish and keep circling over that spot, as the stripers tend to school up there[1].

Besides stripers, Lake Powell is a mixed bag right now. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are both hot, especially around rocky points and submerged structure. Crappie, catfish, bluegill, and walleye are also biting well, making it a great time for multi-species action. For bass, soft plastics and small crankbaits are producing, while catfish are hitting best in the evenings on cut bait or stink bait[5].

Hot spots to check today: Glen Canyon Dam (right side when facing the dam) for stripers, and the backs of Warm Creek and Navajo canyons for mixed bass and walleye. Don’t overlook the rocky shelves and coves for bass and panfish.

This is the time to get out—Lake Powell is fishing better than it has all year. Tight lines and good luck out there!

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Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Powell fishing report for Sunday, May 25, 2025. We are in the heart of spring action and conditions could not be better. Water temperatures are holding steady between 68 and 74 degrees, perfect for ramping up fish activity and bringing multiple species into serious feeding mode.

Today’s weather is shaping up ideal for a long day on the water. Expect clear skies, highs in the mid 70s, and just a gentle breeze—perfect for working any stretch of shoreline. Sunrise kicked off at 5:58 AM this morning, and you’ll have a long window with sunset not until 8:21 PM. With Lake Powell being a reservoir, tidal swings are not a concern, so focus instead on early mornings and late afternoons when the bite is hottest[2].

Fish are active right now and the catches reflect that. Striped bass are absolutely stacked up in the southern sections, especially right around Glen Canyon Dam and back into the major canyons. These stripers are hungry and hitting hard. The go-to bait at the moment is anchovy, cut into 1.5-inch pieces and rigged up on a 1/8 to 3/8 ounce jig head. Drop it down near the dam—especially on the right side as you face it—and gently work it up and down to find your depth. Once you’re hooked up, stick with that level. Some boats are hauling in dozens a trip, with healthy, hard-fighting fish. In the canyon arms, try trolling shad-shaped crankbaits in water 30 feet deep or less—once you hit one, circle back on the spot for more. Stripers are holding to areas where the water shifts from clear to a bit stained[1][2][3].

It’s not just stripers on the menu. May is known as one of the best months for variety here. Smallmouth and largemouth bass are biting well along rocky points and brush, especially up lake toward Bullfrog. Crappie, catfish, bluegill, and the occasional walleye are all being reported in good numbers all over the lake. Soft plastics and small jigs in lighter colors are pulling in bass, while catfish are favoring cut baits in the evenings[5].

Your hot spots for today are Glen Canyon Dam for stripers and the backs of Warm Creek and Navajo Canyons for both stripers and bass. Up lake, the Bullfrog area is turning in mixed bags of bass and panfish.

Best lures remain shad-patterned crankbaits, soft plastic grubs, and for stripers nothing beats fresh cut anchovy. For bass, tube jigs, senkos, and even topwater baits are producing as temperatures rise through the day.

Whether you are a die-hard or just looking for a day on the water, now is about as good as it gets at Lake Powell. Good luck, tight lines, and stay safe out there[1][2][3][5].

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Good morning from Lake Powell, this is Artificial Lure with your local fishing report for Saturday, May 24, 2025. Let me get you set up for a day of prime fishing out here on the lake.

The weather is tailor-made for anglers today—expect clear skies, with temperatures topping out in the mid 70s and just a gentle breeze to keep things comfortable. Sunrise came at 5:58 AM and sunset will be at 8:21 PM, so you’ve got a long window to fish. Lake Powell is a freshwater reservoir, so you don’t have to worry about tides. Focus on early mornings or just before dusk for peak fish activity, especially while the water temps are holding between 68 and 74 degrees.

Striped bass are absolutely lighting it up right now, especially down by Glen Canyon Dam. If you’re after numbers, this is the spot. Most folks are anchoring up and dropping chunks of anchovy on a 1/8 to 3/8 ounce jig head. Cut your anchovy into about 1.5-inch pieces and let them sink straight down about 20 to 30 feet. Once you find the depth the stripers are hitting, keep working that zone—you can easily land dozens of healthy stripers a session. For a change of pace or if the bite slows, head to the backs of canyons where the water shifts from clear to a little murky and is about 30 feet deep or less. Troll a shad-shaped crankbait through this colored water, and when you catch one, troll that same track again[1][2][5].

Smallmouth bass are on fire along rocky points and ledges in 15 to 25 feet of water. They’re hitting hard and often, with tube jigs, Ned rigs, and drop shot setups in green pumpkin or brown doing the trick. Largemouth are tucked into the shallow brush—try slow-rolling soft plastics or spinnerbaits through shallow cover and hang on tight[3][5].

Crappie have been showing up in decent numbers around submerged brush and trees, especially in the coves and side canyons. Small jigs or live minnows are the best bet for these slabs. Catfish and bluegill are being caught near the shorelines, and walleye are turning up here and there on bottom bouncers and smaller crankbaits, especially in the northern arms[5].

Hot spots today include the right side of Glen Canyon Dam—boats are stacking up and limits are coming in quick. Also check out the backs of Wahweap and Warm Creek Bay canyons for both stripers and a mixed bag of bass and crappie.

If I had to pack just a few things, grab plenty of anchovy, shad-shaped crankbaits, green pumpkin soft plastics, and a couple of tube jigs. The bite is hot, the lake’s alive, and now’s the time to get on the water.

Tight lines out there from Artificial Lure.

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Good morning, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Powell fishing report for Friday, May 23rd, 2025.

We're experiencing absolutely prime fishing conditions on Lake Powell right now. Water temperatures are holding steady between 68-74 degrees, creating the perfect environment for multiple species to actively feed. Today's weather is shaping up beautifully with clear skies and temperatures expected to reach the upper 70s by afternoon. There's just a light breeze, making for ideal boating conditions. The sun rose at 5:53 AM and will set at 8:25 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours to get your lines wet.

Remember, Lake Powell is a freshwater reservoir, so no need to worry about tides here. Focus instead on the time of day - early morning and evening hours have been particularly productive lately.

Striped bass action remains red hot, especially in the southern section near Glen Canyon Dam. If you're facing the dam, concentrate on the right side where stripers are stacking up in impressive numbers. Cut anchovy chunks about 1.5 inches long on a 1/8 to 3/8 ounce jig head is the ticket here. Drop your bait, work it gently up and down, and when you find the right depth, you'll be pulling in stripers one after another. Many anglers are reporting dozens of fish per outing.

For those wanting to target stripers away from the dam, try the backs of canyons where clear water meets colored water, especially in areas 30 feet deep or less. Trolling with shad-shaped crankbaits has been producing well in these zones.

Bass fishing is equally strong right now. Largemouth and smallmouth are hitting aggressively in the shallows as they guard their spawning beds. Soft plastics in green pumpkin or watermelon colors rigged Texas-style have been most effective.

Don't overlook the crappie, catfish, bluegill, and walleye opportunities as well. May is truly one of the best all-around fishing months at Powell, with virtually every species being catchable.

For hot spots beyond the dam area, I'd recommend checking out Warm Creek Bay and Navajo Canyon, where the combination of structure and water clarity has been holding good numbers of fish.

If you're heading out this weekend, get your bait and tackle in order, and I guarantee you'll find success on the water. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines everyone, and I'll see you on the lake!

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