Fishing reports for Los Vaqueros Reservoir

Vaqueros is seeing a lot of striper action across the lake. A 10+-pounder was reportedly caught last week on the south end. Boaters are throwing jerkbaits, while shore-casters are soaking anchovies. Trout anglers are still finding action even though the last stock was almost 2 months ago. Target the deepest water possible with spoons or PowerBait. If fishing shallow, aim for early morning. Largemouth reports are minimal, but a few have been caught by anglers trolling for stripers.

Plenty of trout are still biting after the latest stocking in early May. Many fish are holding on the outskirts of coves, with some pushing further inside. However, the warming water is keeping the trout deeper than usual. Power bait and sufficiently heavy spoons have been getting bit.

Bass fishing has been good with finesse soft plastics and square bill crankbaits thrown shallow. Stripers are being caught near the dam by trolling jerkbaits.

Trollers are finding success for trout, as plants have been consistent. The same stocking schedule continues in March. Water clarity has remained good, although the temperature is quite cool (around 55 degrees). Trollers are throwing everything from spinners to Kastmasters, Rooster tails, etc. Limits along with a few big ones. Bass action is slow and won't start picking up until the water temperature reaches the high 50s.

Bait fishing for stripers and catfish is currently the go-to action at Los Vaqueros. This summer has seen robust stockings of channel catfish, which will continue until the water cools down (then rainbow stockings will begin). The south pier has been productive for striper anglers throwing anchovies.