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Stripers, Bass & Cats - Desert Fishing on Lake Mead's Dropping Waters
This is Artificial Lure reporting right from the heart of southern Nevada—Lake Mead’s waters are calling, and today’s conditions are lining up for some classic desert summer fishing. Let’s dive right in.
Today, July 6th, 2025, Lake Mead is sitting at 1,054.8 feet above sea level, according to the most recent readings. That’s well below full pool, and continued low water from the ongoing drought means structure is changing quickly—making for some interesting options if you know where to look. Steep drop-offs and deeper coves are holding the bulk of the fish as the summer heat starts to sizzle[mead.uslakes.info].
Sunrise was at 5:29 AM this morning, and sunset will slide in at 7:56 PM. Expect air temps peaking north of 110°F by midafternoon, with very little wind and no rain in sight. The summer sun is baking the shallows, so stick to early mornings or late evenings for the best bite.
Lake Mead doesn’t get tidal swings, but the solunar activity forecast for today is middling—a 2 out of 5 rating—meaning you’ve really gotta be on your game to capitalize on those feeding windows[lakemonster.com].
As for the action: Striper and largemouth catches have been steady. Striped bass are schooling up in deeper open water, particularly near the Boulder Basin and the mouth of Las Vegas Bay. Anglers trolling deep-diving crankbaits or casting white and chartreuse swimbaits are reporting consistent hookups on linesides in the 2 to 4 pound range. The best bite is happening around first light and then picking up again right before dusk.
Largemouth bass are hunkered down along submerged brush and rocky outcrops. Jigs in green pumpkin or black-and-blue, Texas-rigged plastics, and topwater frogs at dawn are all putting fish in the boat. Kayakers and shore casters are doing alright with weightless Senkos and small spinnerbaits tossed right up against structure. Don’t overlook the backs of coves, especially if there’s a little shade.
Catfish are a solid backup plan if the bass and stripers get lockjaw. Best bets are stinkbait or cut anchovies fished after dark. According to some of the local guides, channel cats up to 8 pounds have been pulled from the deeper holes just off Hemenway Harbor and Government Wash.
Crappie and bluegill reports are on the slow side, but if you’re on the hunt for panfish, try small live worms or tiny jigs near submerged brush pilings.
On gear: If you’re chasing stripers, go big and go deep—heavy spoons, live shad (if you can get ‘em), or those trusty anchovies on a Carolina rig will do the trick. For bass, stay finesse and match the color to the water clarity—brighter if it’s murky, more natural if the water’s clear.
Hot Spots to check today:
- Boulder Basin: Striper schools are cruising and active at dawn.
- Temple Bar: The ledges and drop-offs are stacked up with both largemouth and stripers.
- Government Wash: Solid multi-species action, especially for cats at night.
Remember, water levels are low, so be mindful if you’re launching—check ramps and go easy through the shallows.
That’s the Lake Mead fishing report for July 6th, 2025. Thanks for tuning in—don’t forget to subscribe for more local reports and tips. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1Pn
Today, July 6th, 2025, Lake Mead is sitting at 1,054.8 feet above sea level, according to the most recent readings. That’s well below full pool, and continued low water from the ongoing drought means structure is changing quickly—making for some interesting options if you know where to look. Steep drop-offs and deeper coves are holding the bulk of the fish as the summer heat starts to sizzle[mead.uslakes.info].
Sunrise was at 5:29 AM this morning, and sunset will slide in at 7:56 PM. Expect air temps peaking north of 110°F by midafternoon, with very little wind and no rain in sight. The summer sun is baking the shallows, so stick to early mornings or late evenings for the best bite.
Lake Mead doesn’t get tidal swings, but the solunar activity forecast for today is middling—a 2 out of 5 rating—meaning you’ve really gotta be on your game to capitalize on those feeding windows[lakemonster.com].
As for the action: Striper and largemouth catches have been steady. Striped bass are schooling up in deeper open water, particularly near the Boulder Basin and the mouth of Las Vegas Bay. Anglers trolling deep-diving crankbaits or casting white and chartreuse swimbaits are reporting consistent hookups on linesides in the 2 to 4 pound range. The best bite is happening around first light and then picking up again right before dusk.
Largemouth bass are hunkered down along submerged brush and rocky outcrops. Jigs in green pumpkin or black-and-blue, Texas-rigged plastics, and topwater frogs at dawn are all putting fish in the boat. Kayakers and shore casters are doing alright with weightless Senkos and small spinnerbaits tossed right up against structure. Don’t overlook the backs of coves, especially if there’s a little shade.
Catfish are a solid backup plan if the bass and stripers get lockjaw. Best bets are stinkbait or cut anchovies fished after dark. According to some of the local guides, channel cats up to 8 pounds have been pulled from the deeper holes just off Hemenway Harbor and Government Wash.
Crappie and bluegill reports are on the slow side, but if you’re on the hunt for panfish, try small live worms or tiny jigs near submerged brush pilings.
On gear: If you’re chasing stripers, go big and go deep—heavy spoons, live shad (if you can get ‘em), or those trusty anchovies on a Carolina rig will do the trick. For bass, stay finesse and match the color to the water clarity—brighter if it’s murky, more natural if the water’s clear.
Hot Spots to check today:
- Boulder Basin: Striper schools are cruising and active at dawn.
- Temple Bar: The ledges and drop-offs are stacked up with both largemouth and stripers.
- Government Wash: Solid multi-species action, especially for cats at night.
Remember, water levels are low, so be mindful if you’re launching—check ramps and go easy through the shallows.
That’s the Lake Mead fishing report for July 6th, 2025. Thanks for tuning in—don’t forget to subscribe for more local reports and tips. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1Pn
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By Quiet. PleaseThis is Artificial Lure reporting right from the heart of southern Nevada—Lake Mead’s waters are calling, and today’s conditions are lining up for some classic desert summer fishing. Let’s dive right in.
Today, July 6th, 2025, Lake Mead is sitting at 1,054.8 feet above sea level, according to the most recent readings. That’s well below full pool, and continued low water from the ongoing drought means structure is changing quickly—making for some interesting options if you know where to look. Steep drop-offs and deeper coves are holding the bulk of the fish as the summer heat starts to sizzle[mead.uslakes.info].
Sunrise was at 5:29 AM this morning, and sunset will slide in at 7:56 PM. Expect air temps peaking north of 110°F by midafternoon, with very little wind and no rain in sight. The summer sun is baking the shallows, so stick to early mornings or late evenings for the best bite.
Lake Mead doesn’t get tidal swings, but the solunar activity forecast for today is middling—a 2 out of 5 rating—meaning you’ve really gotta be on your game to capitalize on those feeding windows[lakemonster.com].
As for the action: Striper and largemouth catches have been steady. Striped bass are schooling up in deeper open water, particularly near the Boulder Basin and the mouth of Las Vegas Bay. Anglers trolling deep-diving crankbaits or casting white and chartreuse swimbaits are reporting consistent hookups on linesides in the 2 to 4 pound range. The best bite is happening around first light and then picking up again right before dusk.
Largemouth bass are hunkered down along submerged brush and rocky outcrops. Jigs in green pumpkin or black-and-blue, Texas-rigged plastics, and topwater frogs at dawn are all putting fish in the boat. Kayakers and shore casters are doing alright with weightless Senkos and small spinnerbaits tossed right up against structure. Don’t overlook the backs of coves, especially if there’s a little shade.
Catfish are a solid backup plan if the bass and stripers get lockjaw. Best bets are stinkbait or cut anchovies fished after dark. According to some of the local guides, channel cats up to 8 pounds have been pulled from the deeper holes just off Hemenway Harbor and Government Wash.
Crappie and bluegill reports are on the slow side, but if you’re on the hunt for panfish, try small live worms or tiny jigs near submerged brush pilings.
On gear: If you’re chasing stripers, go big and go deep—heavy spoons, live shad (if you can get ‘em), or those trusty anchovies on a Carolina rig will do the trick. For bass, stay finesse and match the color to the water clarity—brighter if it’s murky, more natural if the water’s clear.
Hot Spots to check today:
- Boulder Basin: Striper schools are cruising and active at dawn.
- Temple Bar: The ledges and drop-offs are stacked up with both largemouth and stripers.
- Government Wash: Solid multi-species action, especially for cats at night.
Remember, water levels are low, so be mindful if you’re launching—check ramps and go easy through the shallows.
That’s the Lake Mead fishing report for July 6th, 2025. Thanks for tuning in—don’t forget to subscribe for more local reports and tips. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1Pn
Today, July 6th, 2025, Lake Mead is sitting at 1,054.8 feet above sea level, according to the most recent readings. That’s well below full pool, and continued low water from the ongoing drought means structure is changing quickly—making for some interesting options if you know where to look. Steep drop-offs and deeper coves are holding the bulk of the fish as the summer heat starts to sizzle[mead.uslakes.info].
Sunrise was at 5:29 AM this morning, and sunset will slide in at 7:56 PM. Expect air temps peaking north of 110°F by midafternoon, with very little wind and no rain in sight. The summer sun is baking the shallows, so stick to early mornings or late evenings for the best bite.
Lake Mead doesn’t get tidal swings, but the solunar activity forecast for today is middling—a 2 out of 5 rating—meaning you’ve really gotta be on your game to capitalize on those feeding windows[lakemonster.com].
As for the action: Striper and largemouth catches have been steady. Striped bass are schooling up in deeper open water, particularly near the Boulder Basin and the mouth of Las Vegas Bay. Anglers trolling deep-diving crankbaits or casting white and chartreuse swimbaits are reporting consistent hookups on linesides in the 2 to 4 pound range. The best bite is happening around first light and then picking up again right before dusk.
Largemouth bass are hunkered down along submerged brush and rocky outcrops. Jigs in green pumpkin or black-and-blue, Texas-rigged plastics, and topwater frogs at dawn are all putting fish in the boat. Kayakers and shore casters are doing alright with weightless Senkos and small spinnerbaits tossed right up against structure. Don’t overlook the backs of coves, especially if there’s a little shade.
Catfish are a solid backup plan if the bass and stripers get lockjaw. Best bets are stinkbait or cut anchovies fished after dark. According to some of the local guides, channel cats up to 8 pounds have been pulled from the deeper holes just off Hemenway Harbor and Government Wash.
Crappie and bluegill reports are on the slow side, but if you’re on the hunt for panfish, try small live worms or tiny jigs near submerged brush pilings.
On gear: If you’re chasing stripers, go big and go deep—heavy spoons, live shad (if you can get ‘em), or those trusty anchovies on a Carolina rig will do the trick. For bass, stay finesse and match the color to the water clarity—brighter if it’s murky, more natural if the water’s clear.
Hot Spots to check today:
- Boulder Basin: Striper schools are cruising and active at dawn.
- Temple Bar: The ledges and drop-offs are stacked up with both largemouth and stripers.
- Government Wash: Solid multi-species action, especially for cats at night.
Remember, water levels are low, so be mindful if you’re launching—check ramps and go easy through the shallows.
That’s the Lake Mead fishing report for July 6th, 2025. Thanks for tuning in—don’t forget to subscribe for more local reports and tips. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1Pn