The lake dropped to 79% capacity, with water temperatures in the mid to upper 60s. After a strong summer and fall run, anglers reported tougher conditions as all bass species moved deeper almost overnight. Surface action was sporadic but limited. Bass anglers shifted to fall and winter tactics such as spoons, drop shot rigs, and Carolina-rigged worms in purple, dark green, brown, and baitfish colors. Striped bass also moved deeper, signaling it’s likely time for cut sardines and trolling setups. On the bright side, 5,000 pounds of trout were planted last week, and anglers landed plenty of healthy rainbows on spoons, in-line spinners, mini jigs, dough baits, and Hookup Baits.

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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!



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