Clear Lake this week....10/31/2014

DanIsaac · Post by **DanIsaac** » Fri Oct 31, 2014 4:12 pm

Clear Lake this week….10/31/2014

Well, today is Halloween and things are more than interesting around here this week.
The Redbud launch facility is now CLOSED due to low water and construction of the
new facilities which has now begun. I suspect the best we can hope for regarding when it may open again is probably January, depending on rainfall of course. Those wishing to use the south end ramps will now have to go to Clearlake Oaks which remains open at this time. However, there are no Mussel Stamps available there as you will see below, while Lakeport continues to have 3 to 4 feet of water at the end of the ramps at both 3rd and 5th Street facilities.

Tackle shops? Well, we’ve seen some changes in hours/days of operation at several of the local tackle shops, which can be a huge inconvenience if you’re not aware. Since the closing of the Redbud ramp, the largest of these becomes Limit Out Tackle which is now CLOSED, and will remain so through sometime in mid to late November. His means that you will need to use Clear Lake Bait and Tackle for your mussel stickers then proceed to the Oaks if you’re going to stay down south, and on that note, be advised that Clear Lake Bait and Tackle is now CLOSED on Tuesdays as part of their normal winter hours change, and as far as the north end of the lake goes I have not heard of any changes at Clear Lake Outdoors, operating Monday thru Saturday, and CLOSED Sundays.

Current conditions have the lake at minus.80 Rumsey with surface temps between 60-68 degrees depending on local. Overall the bite is improving a bit, still staying in one place and loading the boat is not the pattern of choice at this time.

With regards to techniques, the reaction bite continues to be up and down, but overall has improved, with DD22’s, Megabass Deep Six, and Lucky Craft BDS cranks leading the way. Focus on the rocky ledge areas of the lake and move around. Covering water right now will help with both quantity and quality. However, should one really want to “fish slow”, don’t be afraid to pick up the trusty ole 5” senko, and again, focus on the rocky ledge areas, and you will eventually find success in most of the likely places as well.

What next? Well, as November rolls along, cooler water temps and shorter days will also begin to turn on the minnow bite. Yeah, Yeah, I know, but there is a reason I mention this. Despite the cooler mornings (air temps), this is a great bite to put younger children on, and fished the proper way with proper terminal gear your kids can have an absolute blast without becoming hot or bored, plus you just might hook a kid for life! Stay tuned, I think we’re going to explore this further later this month. As noted, the most important aspect is the terminal equipment and as always, the practicing of Catch, Photo, and Release!

clearlakeoutdoors · Post by **clearlakeoutdoors** » Sun Nov 02, 2014 4:25 am

Our winter hours are 7-5 monday thru sat.Like Dan said the 3rd and 5th st ramps in Lakeport remain open. I would use the 5th st one . The 3rd st ramp has a drop off and you can drop the trailer axles off the edge. Water is still in the low 60 degree range. Once it cools the bite will get better. The catfishing from now thru thanksgiving will be a great option . Get some minnows and fish some of the deeper water and you can catch 15-20 pounders!

BigWorm · Post by **BigWorm** » Mon Nov 03, 2014 9:46 am

What other ramps are available for small boats to launch mid lake? Is there enough water to launch out of Braito's? Is there a launch we can use in Konocti bay near Richmond Park? Last choice would be the resort in Soda Bay? Any info would be appreciated!
Also wondering if there are any decent rentals with usable docks near the first two?

DanIsaac · Post by **DanIsaac** » Mon Nov 03, 2014 12:24 pm

The answer to your question is probably not, as most of those that you might be able to use mid-lake are private. Braitos might be an option but I would call first to be safe.

The only rentals I am aware of are out of Lakeport, across from Hillside Honda.

Dan

clearlakeoutdoors · Post by **clearlakeoutdoors** » Mon Nov 03, 2014 4:55 pm

Braitos is open . Its getting kinda steep and hard to launch by yourself.Call Boren Bega in konocti bay .I think the ramp at ferndale is closed

joshmarthaller · Post by **joshmarthaller** » Mon Nov 03, 2014 8:58 pm

Are the docks useable/accessible at the ferndale (clear lake vista resort)? can assume the ramp is no good since it wasn't great at even 3ft. just curious if mooring on the docks is possible there. thanks

supermat · Post by **supermat** » Mon Nov 03, 2014 11:17 pm

I can also confirm Braito's is open and the launch is not bad. I used it this weekend. The only difficult part is that you must tie to the gas dock then run back around to pull the trailer out. All in all, a minor complaint vs. launching into shallow rocks on other parts of the lake. Be aware its a shallow idle out of the marina but its a mud bottom so you won't have any problems.
Thanks for the continued reports Dan!

clearlakeoutdoors · Post by **clearlakeoutdoors** » Wed Nov 05, 2014 8:29 am

Paul Arias had a good day yesterday fishing with Paul Bailey

clearlakeoutdoors · Post by **clearlakeoutdoors** » Fri Nov 07, 2014 5:13 am

Guys are coming in and saying the lv 500 bite has took off this week!!!
im on my way out the door right now to go try it!!!
Dave

clearlakeoutdoors · Post by **clearlakeoutdoors** » Sat Nov 08, 2014 8:28 am

Bite has picked up . We fished yesterday till 11:00 am and had 11 fish to 5 pounds most on a lv 500.Im getting reports of 30-40 fish days. Water still around 60 degrees in the morning .
Dave