Kaweah is sitting at 100 percent of its storage capacity, and fishing has been decent. Bass anglers used Senko style baits and finesse baits to score bites, but fishing has been hit-or-miss all spring. If the water level remains stable fishing could improve. Biting bass held in the 5 to 20 foot zone with brown, dark green, and baitfish colored 3 to 6” soft plastics getting the most attention. Crappie have been a reliable alternative in the Horse Creek area with fish holding in the newly submerged brush. Minijigs, small swimbaits, and small live minnows all worked for bites. Catfish anglers used dip baits, cut anchovies, and chicken liver to fool whisker fish.

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Cope's Tackle and Rod Shop has the largest selection of fishing tackle in the Central Valley. We carry all the equipment from top manufactures to make your fishing trip more successful! Whether your fishing for Bluegill at a local pond or Bluefin Tuna far offshore we are your one stop shop for all your fishing needs.



Our mantra here at Cope’s is “for fishermen, by fishermen.” All our staff truly enjoy the sport and spend a lot of time helping make sure you are enjoying your time on the water. We can guarantee satisfaction when you enter our store - from tips and tricks to providing you with all the gear you will need to keep you on the water and in the game!



It is not only our goal to provide you with the right gear, we also strive to keep you informed of local events, trips, shows, and fishing opportunities.



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