We are heading to Bass Lake for the first time. We will be staying at The Pines Resort. My husband is an avid fisherman- both saltwater and freshwater. He fishes a lot in Lake Havasu and the Mammoth Lakes Basin. It might rain while we are at Bass Lake, but I suspect he will not be deterred.
Is there a good fishing spot near the resort that he can fish off the shore or in his float tube? Is it recommended for him to rent a boat instead? There are no guides there until April. What type of tackle would be best foe bass, trout and salmon? Any advice from experienced fishermen of this lake is appreciated.
I fish Bass Lake multiple times a year as I live nearby but always from a boat and only for bass. I was there a week ago and got 4, three of them over two pounds. I have days like that there (or better) and other days not so much. The Pines is on the north side of the lake and most of that side is private residences with a few public areas that you might find on maps or google earth. The south side is primarily forest service and much better access to water. That being said, I have my best results fishing docks, rocks, and ledges. Tougher to do without a boat and electronics. I don't know what the Pines rules are about fishing off their docks but given it's much quieter now, they might allow it. I'm primarily a drop shot fisherman but will do neko, texas, shaky head, ned rig etc, so mostly bottom fishing. Green soft baits with ribbon or curly tails have been effective in the past but this last time out I was using a translucent light purple 3" stick bait from Bass Pro on a drop shot. Three of them hit in 15 ft of water and one hit just as it hit the water at the edge of the dock. It is a pretty lake and pretty country so there is that to enjoy. You're going before the summer crowds too so it won't be crazy with people. I'm recovering from eye surgery {and having quite a time typing this I might add) or I might have been able to meet up. Good luck and tight lines.
We really appreciate you taking the time to respond. Thank you for the information. We are looking forward to visiting the lake. Hope you have a speedy recovery.
I lived at bass lake for many years. Me and my wife fish did heavily you can trout fish at the falls is a great place from the shore. If the lakes pool, there’s a set of concrete steps climb over the rail try to get as close to the water coming in from the creek as you can.
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