Good Bass bite

Lake Del Valle

Alameda County Trout, Bass, Catfish, Sturgeon, Crappie, Salmon

300

What's Biting - 2 weeks ago

Bass

Good

Catfish

Good

Trout

Good

Striped Bass

Fair

Lake Del Valle Fishing Overview

Lake Del Valle boasts one of California's most varied fishing spots, hosting trout, bass, salmon, sturgeon, stripers, and catfish. The diversity of fish is impressive, but the fish quality is equally notable (check out the records table below). Recently the largemouth bass population has seen significant growth. Both smallmouth bass and stripers are present in good numbers, and angling for bass could potentially yield all three types. Given the plethora of species in the lake, bass have a wide variety of prey to choose from. Therefore, when...

Recently the largemouth bass population has seen significant growth. Both smallmouth bass and stripers are present in good numbers, and angling for bass could potentially yield all three types. Given the plethora of species in the lake, bass have a wide variety of prey to choose from. Therefore, when selecting lures, it's wise to consider the predominant species present during that particular season.

During the winter, trout fishing thrives, with fish being stocked throughout the colder months. Occasionally, trophy-sized trout are also added. Trolling is the preferred method for many anglers, but those fishing from the shore often succeed near the boat launch or other areas close to deeper waters. It's worth noting that both kokanee and king salmon were stocked previously, but it seems their populations didn't establish well.

For those looking to spend more time at the lake, boat rentals, camping, and hiking opportunities are available, making Lake Del Valle an ideal spot for a weekend excursion.

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Species:

Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Striped Bass, White Sturgeon, Channel Catfish, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Lightning Trout, King Salmon, Kokanee Salmon

Stocked Date:

Trout stocked 1 month ago - View Schedule

Trophy Fish:

Largemouth Bass: 18 lb 2 oz
Rainbow Trout: 22.6 lb
Smallmouth Bass: 5 lb 12oz
Striped Bass: 40 lb
Sturgeon: 25 lb

Boating / Access:

Most boats allowed. 10 mph speed limit. Must be inspected before launch

Geography:

Max Depth: 154 ft

Surface Area: 709.12 acres

Surface Elevation: 500 ft

Fishing Reports

Log Report

Lake Del Valle

May 20

Alameda County

Public

Good Bass bite

Trout, Bass, Striped Bass, Catfish

71°F Slightly Stained

Water temps have jumped into the 70s at Del Valle, and after an excellent spring, the bite is starting to cool off a bit. Trout plants are over, the latest coming the last week in April. There are still fish to be caught, though they've moved into much deeper water chasing cooler temps. Powerbait and floated nightcrawlers are your best bet during...

Sticking with bait is your best bet for stripers and catfish (obviously) as well. Stripers have also moved deep, but a few keepers are being caught on soaked anchovies. Catfish are hitting chicken liver and garlic-dipped baits, with the best action coming in the evenings.

The bass bite remains good, with both smallmouth and largemouth hitting swimbaits and drop-shotted 4½-inch plastic worms near rocky structure and secondary points. A few fish are still shallow... with the occasional one still bedding or protecting their fry. Weightless Senkos can be deadly for these fish.

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Lake Del Valle

Apr 21

Alameda County

Public

Hot Bass bite

Trout, Bass, Striped Bass

63°F Slightly Stained

The recent cold spell has cooled Del Valle down a bit, but water temps are still hovering right around 63 degrees. Before the storm, fishing had been lights-out across the board, with big fish being caught from multiple species. On the bass front, water levels are high, and fish have been pushing into fresh cover to spawn. Plenty of smaller males...

On the bass front, water levels are high, and fish have been pushing into fresh cover to spawn. Plenty of smaller males are being caught on soft plastics, but the real action has been with glide baits and big poppers for those giant females. Multiple fish over 7 pounds were caught this week alone. Folks are also reporting an excellent bite on swimbaits and A-rigs in open water near points... pulling both bass and smaller stripers. Speaking of stripers, an 11-pounder was also caught this week on soaked anchovies.

Trout are producing as well, with another Lassen stocking dropped last wek. Boaters are hooking 2-3 pound fish on Rooster Tails and Mepps spinners. Shore casters are also finding sucess on the West Shore dock and East Swim Beach using PowerBait and floated nightcrawlers.

Look for the awesome bite at Del Valle to continue into May.

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