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Catching Promising Bites at Lake Powell's Winter Fishing Scene
- 2024/12/12
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As of December 12, 2024, the fishing scene at Lake Powell is shaping up to be quite promising, despite the cooler winter months.
### Weather and Time
Sunrise today is at about 7:30 AM, and sunset will be around 4:45 PM. The weather is expected to be mild, with daytime temperatures in the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit and nighttime temperatures dipping into the 30s. This cooler weather is starting to bring the water temperature down, which will improve fishing conditions as the fish become more active in the shallower waters.
### Water Conditions
The water temperature in Wahweap Bay is currently ranging from 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit, which is ideal for several species. Lake elevation is relatively stable, and there are no significant tidal changes to worry about since Lake Powell is a landlocked body of water.
### Fish Activity
Fish activity has been picking up as the cooler weather sets in. Smallmouth bass are moving back into the shallows to feed, making them more accessible. Striped bass are also becoming more active, chasing shad on the cooler surface. Largemouth bass can be found in areas with gravel bottoms and submerged vegetation, particularly around Bullfrog Marina. Channel catfish are active at night, feeding in the dark, and their numbers are increasing according to recent gillnet data.
### Catches
Yesterday, anglers reported catching a mix of smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, and striped bass. A notable catch was a 9.75-pound channel catfish landed at Blue Notch using scraps from striped bass as bait.
### Best Lures and Bait
For smallmouth bass, use micro jigs (1/32 to 1/100 oz) that imitate natural food, crickets, or small red worms. Largemouth bass are responding well to crankbaits and live rigs such as nightcrawlers or minnows. Striped bass can be caught using large spoons, spinners, or swimbaits. For catfish, scraps from other fish, nightcrawlers, or small pieces of bait like chicken livers work well.
### Hot Spots
Wahweap Bay is a prime spot for smallmouth bass due to its clear waters and cliff lakeshore. Bullfrog Marina is excellent for largemouth bass, with its gravel bottoms and submerged vegetation. Cove areas like Antelope and San Juan are also worth exploring for both smallmouth and largemouth bass. For catfish, Blue Notch has proven to be a good location, especially at night.
Overall, Lake Powell is offering some great fishing opportunities as the winter sets in, and with the right lures and bait, you can have a successful day on the water.
### Weather and Time
Sunrise today is at about 7:30 AM, and sunset will be around 4:45 PM. The weather is expected to be mild, with daytime temperatures in the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit and nighttime temperatures dipping into the 30s. This cooler weather is starting to bring the water temperature down, which will improve fishing conditions as the fish become more active in the shallower waters.
### Water Conditions
The water temperature in Wahweap Bay is currently ranging from 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit, which is ideal for several species. Lake elevation is relatively stable, and there are no significant tidal changes to worry about since Lake Powell is a landlocked body of water.
### Fish Activity
Fish activity has been picking up as the cooler weather sets in. Smallmouth bass are moving back into the shallows to feed, making them more accessible. Striped bass are also becoming more active, chasing shad on the cooler surface. Largemouth bass can be found in areas with gravel bottoms and submerged vegetation, particularly around Bullfrog Marina. Channel catfish are active at night, feeding in the dark, and their numbers are increasing according to recent gillnet data.
### Catches
Yesterday, anglers reported catching a mix of smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, and striped bass. A notable catch was a 9.75-pound channel catfish landed at Blue Notch using scraps from striped bass as bait.
### Best Lures and Bait
For smallmouth bass, use micro jigs (1/32 to 1/100 oz) that imitate natural food, crickets, or small red worms. Largemouth bass are responding well to crankbaits and live rigs such as nightcrawlers or minnows. Striped bass can be caught using large spoons, spinners, or swimbaits. For catfish, scraps from other fish, nightcrawlers, or small pieces of bait like chicken livers work well.
### Hot Spots
Wahweap Bay is a prime spot for smallmouth bass due to its clear waters and cliff lakeshore. Bullfrog Marina is excellent for largemouth bass, with its gravel bottoms and submerged vegetation. Cove areas like Antelope and San Juan are also worth exploring for both smallmouth and largemouth bass. For catfish, Blue Notch has proven to be a good location, especially at night.
Overall, Lake Powell is offering some great fishing opportunities as the winter sets in, and with the right lures and bait, you can have a successful day on the water.