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Sunday, March 8th, 2020

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    Report: San Pablo Reservoir

    SAN PABLO RESERVOIR FISH REPORT
    3/8/2020
    Still much of the same the trout bite is very good. We are seeing a lot of trout being caught bait fishing on the shoreline as well as in boats. The troll has been slow. I have been told by numerous anglers. Bright color power-baits like chartreuse, spring green, lime twist all with a garlic scent is the best bet.
    Lake Conditions
    Lake Level 303.4
    Surface Temp 53 degrees
    Plants We Planted 1,200 lbs. of Mt. Lassen Trout on 3-5-20 at the Marina.

    Park Information
    Nelson, Jason and Jr. caught 3 trout fishing at Sandy Point no bait info given.
    Renato & Kirk of Vallejo caught 6 trout on Power-bait and Mice tails near Gazebo 1 and Gazebo 2 on 3-1-20.
    Pablo Lopez of Fairfield caught a nice one in scow canyon using Green Power-bait with garlic spray on 3-4-20.
    Stephen Gray caught a 4lb trout fishing on a kayak near Gazebo 1 on 3-7-20.
    Emet, Issac and Aris Espeleta caught a 7.8 lb. trout in scow canyon using Chartreuse power-bait on 3-8-20.

Sunday, February 23rd, 2020

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    SAN PABLO RESERVOIR FISH REPORT
    2/23/2020
    Fishing for trout is still very good. We are seeing a lot of trout being caught bait fishing on the shoreline as well as in boats. The troll has been slow. I have been told by numerous anglers. Bright color power-baits like chartreuse, spring green, lime twist all with a garlic scent is the best bet.
    Lake Conditions
    Lake Level 303.4
    Surface Temp 53 degrees
    Plants We planted 1,200 lbs. of Mt Lassen Trout at the Marina on Thursday 2-20-20.

    Park Information
    Laurence Reyes of San Francisco caught a 6.75 lb. trout in front of Gazebo #2 using chartreuse power-bait on 2-13-20.
    Sierra Lee of El Cerrito caught 4 trout at the rock wall using worms on Monday 2-17-20 total weight of stringer 10.87 the largest weighing 4.77.
    Benson and Avery of Martinez caught a 1.75lb trout using power-bait on 2-17-20.
    Nick Jenkins of Hercules caught 3 trout at the oaks point using green power-bait on 2-20-20.
    Ron Abitia of Pinole caught 4 trout the largest weighing 7.4 lbs using Power-bait at the oaks point on 2-20-20.
    Mason Clinton of Alameda caught 2 trout no location or bait given on 2-20-20.
    Dave Hanis of San Pablo caught a 7.21 lb. trout fishing by the Gazebo’s using power-bait on 2-21-20.
    Paulo Abad of Pittsburg caught a 6.62lb trout by the gazebo’s using green pumpkin power-bait on 2-21-20.
    Mason and Dominic Cox from Pacifica caught a nice stringer of trout on 2-21-20.

Monday, February 17th, 2020

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    Report: From San Pablo Reservoir

    SAN PABLO RESERVOIR FISH REPORT
    2/17/2020
    Fishing for trout is very very good. We are seeing a lot of limits coming in. The best bet is using bright colors like Chartruese, Rainbow, Garlic and Garlic sent dip or spray. The Rock Wall, Sandy Point and Scow Canyon are the best bet for Boaters. The Pines picnic area is a good start for shore fishing. We are also seeing a lot of Bass action from the bank and from the boaters.
    Lake Conditions
    Lake Level 303.4
    Surface Temp 53 degrees
    Plants We did not plant any fish this week. Next Plant Scheduled for Thursday 2-20-19 at the Marina from 1,200 lbs. from Mt Lassen.

    Park Information
    Ryan Grisso and His Son Ryan Grisso caught some nice Bass on 2-9-20 at the Marina no town or bait given.
    Jose no last name given caught 2 trout the largest weighing 3.5 at Sandy Point on 2-9-20.
    Chris Carter and his Grandpa Phil Carter of Sacramento caught 8 trout including a 8 lb’r on 2-10-20.
    James Stoker of San Rafeal caught 2 trout on 2-10-20 no location or bait given.
    Raul Martinez of San Pablo caught his limit on 2-10-20 no location or bait given.
    Dan Prows and Scott of San Jose caught 2 limits using mice-tails in Scow Canyon the weight of the stringer was 16lbs. on 2-11-20
    Gregg Webber of El Sobrante caught 1 trout weighing 5 lbs using power-bait at the pines on 2-11-20.
    Raul Martinez and Friend of San Pablo caught 2 limits no location or bait given on 2-11-20.
    Hlev Phan of San Pablo caught 5 trout using a minnow lure on 2-11-20 the weight of the largest 4.14 lbs.
    Jim Ducato of San Jose caught 3 trout on his Birthday in Scow Canyon using worms and power-bait on 2-12-20.
    Julian Valdez of El Sobrante caught his first two fish ever at the Rock Wall on 2-12-20.
    Philip Takington and Tim Green of Vallejo and Berkeley caught 5 trout the weight of Stringer 8 lbs using power-bait in Scow Canyon on 2-13-20.
    Dan Prows and Scott of San Jose caught 2 limits using power-bait on 2-14-20. The weight of Stringer 8 lbs.
    Sean Flanagan of Livermore caught 5 trout the weight of stringer 7.98 lbs on 2-16-20.
    Scott Sauro of San Lorenzo caught 5 trout the weight of stringer 8.8 lbs on 2-16-20.

Sunday, November 3rd, 2019

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    Report: From San Pablo Reservoir

    SAN PABLO RESERVOIR FISH REPORT
    11-3-19
    We had a 49-inch sturgeon caught on 11-1-19 by Bill Robinson what a way to end the season. The trout fishing is starting to pick-up with the cooler weather. This is the last week to fish the reservoir as we are closed as of 11-11-19 so better come out by Sunday. In honor of Veterans Day we will be giving all Veterans a discount on boat rentals on Sunday the 10th.
    Lake Conditions
    Lake Level 296.6
    Surface Temp 65 degrees
    Plants Rumor has it that DFW planted the week of the 26th. I can not confirm that they if they did or not.

    Park Information
    Bill Robinson of Berkeley caught a 49-inch Sturgeon on 11-1-19.
    Bruno Zambonin of San Francisco and Friend caught 7 trout fishing in various locations from a boat on 11-1-19. (They were camera shy no picture taken.)
    Lily Folan of Vacaville caught a trout using power-bait on 11-2-19.
    Marquis Mercado and friend of Vallejo caught 3 trout the stringer weighing 8 lbs. The largest trout 3 lbs at the rock-wall on 11-2-19.

Tuesday, February 11th, 2014

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    Water Temp: 56

    Water Clarity: Muddy (0-2 foot visibility)

    Report: Today was the first decent weather since the lake opened last fri. The water In the south end looked just like chocolate milk!! Was a lot clearer on Northern end. Fished 12-3 and only caught one on a jig. Tried a few different reaction baits and an A-Rig. Even pulled out the dropshot and couldn't get bit. Never fished the lake in Feb before. I think the fish are off shore in deeper water.
    City: Lafayette

Thursday, May 30th, 2013

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    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: Fished from 10-1 and caught 5 on dropshot and a rip bait. Probably had 16 1/2 lbs for 5. Only one fish was under 3 pounds with the biggest going 3.67. Didn't start catching the fish till noon. Quite a few boats on the water for a Thursday.
    City: Lafayette

Saturday, April 13th, 2013

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    Water Temp: 62-65

    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: Fished from 7-12 and caught 7. Bite has changed a lot compared to the last time I was there. Caugh the fish dropshotting and on blades. Couldn't get bit at my favorite spots. A few of the fish had 2-3 shad in their mouth and all had fat bellies!
    City: Lafayette

    Tips: Usually fish weekdays and had no idea how entertaining watching some of the trout fisherman could be on a saturday. Saw multiple people arguing over how close they were to one another and others cussing people out over dumb stuff!! The white trash were out in force

Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013

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    Water Temp: 64-66

    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: Fished from 10:45-2:30 and the bite was great. Caught all fish on reaction baits from 5-15 ft deep.. Biggest fish was a little over 3 and a half. Can't wait to go back
    City: Lafayette

    Tips: Carp are spawning everywhere. If you find the carp you won't catch any bass

Saturday, February 9th, 2013

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    Water Temp: 56

    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: Fished the day after opening. Fishing was terrible. Trouser trout fishermen posted up on all the main lake points. Couldn't make the casts that would have caught the fish. I fish this lake at least 4 times a month. This is the worst it's been in the last 6 years. Threw everything in the boat at em! Cranks, Jerks, Jigs, swimbaits, dropshot....only bite I got was dropshotting a 6 inch senko. If you're thinking about going out here don't! Stay home until april when the water temp starts to heat up. I did hear people talking about a blue and white Nitro out there on opening day slaying em? Couple guys said they saw him hucking 5 lb spots outta his livewell at the end of the day.....After my experience I think they're full of it. I usually boat at least 10 spots each outing...it's just terrible right now.
    City: dublin

    Tips: Stay home until the water temp warms up. If you see a Z8 blue and yellow nitro out there with a 250 on the back watch out! He almost ran me over!

Sunday, February 3rd, 2013

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    Water Clarity: Muddy (0-2 foot visibility)

    Report: Lake opens back up Feb 8th. Spots will be chomping good soon. Hope to get another double digit largie this spring.
    City: Lafayette

Sunday, September 30th, 2012

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    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: Splashed the tube with bro and friend from 11-5. Slow day overall but I did get a 4.5 lb. spot and a 3 lb. spot. Lost a big catfish and one bass not sure of the species. The bass and catfish all came on a crankbait in the preserve. Low water left all of the good cover high and dry. 67% is not enough for this place. Water is dirtier the further back you go in the preserve. Didn't get much on the deeper banks across from the south ramp.
    City: Concord

    Tips: Bomber crankbait 4A Dark green crawdad. Senko got one bass for my friend.

Saturday, March 10th, 2012

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    Water Temp: 56

    Water Clarity: Muddy (0-2 foot visibility)

    Report: Got out today, figured to give it a shot w the better weather this past week. Slow - one short fish in 4 hours.

Thursday, March 1st, 2012

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    Water Temp: 52

    Water Clarity: Muddy (0-2 foot visibility)

    Report: Bass fishing here is DEAD slow right now - don;t waste your time here. I fish this lake on the regular, and the fishing is pretty terrible - too cold, WAY too much boat traffic from trout fisherman. Been fishing Lake Chabot (I mean the Hayward one, not the pond in Vallejo)and doing well since it warmed up some - thats a better option right now.
    City: Vallejo

Friday, February 24th, 2012

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    Water Temp: 53

    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: rite on glad to see others post. Fishing here is gona be slow for a bit still even when water temp goes up they still will be dificult to get, not many fish in the lake bad managment in the fishery. Yes there are alot of big spots in here mainly because the lake was so low for so long due to dam retrofit but there is still some big largemouths here aswell. Was out on sunday got only one a 5 lb spot. I fish this lake every weekend and you will get fishon drop shots and carolina rigs but generally small fish if you want to get hawgs be quiet and fish all terrain, very your speeds not alot of bass anglers so slow isnt always best i get alot of big fish flippin and power fishn but you have to be openminded untill spring worms and shad immitations work best deep channels w shallows near by, also for best results start early fish will shut off at 11 am good luck
    City: richmond

    Tips: be persisstant and keep this report goin

Thursday, February 23rd, 2012

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    Water Temp: 55

    Water Clarity: Muddy (0-2 foot visibility)

    Report: Tough Day!! 1 on Dropshot and 1 on Jig! The Jig fish was a 3.5# Largemouth! Water was muddied from all the wind from All directions!! Water temp still cold but warming, 52 when started and reached 55 at the end of the day. Lots and Lots of Trout jumping everywhere we we went all day long. Saw an 8lb trout caught and lots of 3-5lb trout caught! The Bas fishing will get better the closer we get to April with the weather getting warmer the fish will up to spawn! Hope this Helps!
    City: Pinole

    Tips: Fish SLOWLY!!! Both fish came when just dragging slowly! Probably better for trout for now until water heats up to over 60 degrees! Please Post a report about your day, Every little bit helps everybody! Until next time Good Luck!!

Monday, February 20th, 2012

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    Water Temp: N/A

    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: Didn't fish just went out to get info and prices for the year and get a feel for how the lake looks. It looks Great, water level is only 5ft from spillway, clarity is approx 2-4ft! Heard of some bass being caught and saw quite a few trout caught. Prices are reasonable not anything rediculous like they used to be!! If you plan on going quite a bit, do yourself a Huge favor and purchase an annual parking pass. It will save you $$ if you go often. Look forward to actually do some fishing this week after what I had seen today!! It looks Really Good!!
    City: Pinole

    Tips: If you or anyone you know goes fishing here for the day or often Please Post a Report! I never have but decided to start doing so and try to get something going for this local Gem of a fishery!! Monster Largemouths and also Magnum Spotted Bass!! That's Right, Magnum Spotted Bass!! The spots have taken over the past few years and have turned into Mags!! 4+lbs!! Let's get an active report column goin on this place, can't be just one person doin it, gonna take lots of help! So until next time, Hope this Helps and Good Luck!!

Sunday, February 12th, 2012

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    Water Temp: 53

    Water Clarity: Muddy (0-2 foot visibility)

    Report: no fish on sunday saw a few bass boats out, if yall are readin this how did you do? I pretty much fish this lake atleast 4 times a mounth wen open but it is always changing hard to pattern noticed some guys throwin the a rig didnt see it produce but maybe you had some luck w it hard day but still better than work
    City: el sabronte

    Tips: find a sot that you think has fish and stay on it these fish are there for some reason they just arnt as active as other lake

Thursday, August 25th, 2011

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    Water Clarity: Muddy (0-2 foot visibility)

    Report: wat up w tha phish? yall aint postin on here
    am I the only one catchn em here comon we gota help eachother out pablo is no joke hella hard to phish but sum hoggs in there
    City: richtown

    Tips: use bigger bait to stay away fron the little 1 to 3 lb phish got alot of 5lb plus spots in here

Monday, July 18th, 2011

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    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: Got out with my bro in the tubes in afternoon for four spots, biggest three pounds. 5" Senko, Bomber crank in shad color. Two were dinks. All fish seem to be relating to wind blown banks and a little deeper water.
    City: Concord

    Tips: Three pound spot smacked the senko on a retrieve to make another cast. Made me think, throw the crankbait.

Tuesday, July 12th, 2011

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    Water Temp: 66

    Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

    Report: Fished for 2 hrs one spotted bass on a yellow spinner. Fishing was slow due to windy conditions.
    Some trout being caught at 29 ft and catfish starting to pick up. Monday 1200 lbs of trout were planted and next week 2000 pounds of catfish will be planted