Mother nature put on an impressive show for California the last 10 days with rain and hail and even some snow. The only problem was that it happened all throughout my vacation! I was sidelined at home for the most part, left with only day dreams of sturgeon and stripers. I took two trips to the foothills for trout which only left me with more day dreams of sturgeon and stripers.
Anglers that braved the cold and rain saw decent action on sturgeon in the lower Delta from Simmons Point to Sherman Island. There didn’t seem to be any real distinct pattern on the action, with fish coming from all depths, tides and baits. So it seems that the rains have done their job in “sweetening” the water for the diamond backs. Anglers fishing the banks of the Old Sacramento River from Courtland to Freeport saw a small burst of action following the rains, with some oversize fish to boot. Ghost Shrimp has been the best bait.
Striper fishing reports have tapered off in Rio Vista due to the cold and wet weather, however those trying are experiencing fair action. Butterflied shad for bait fisherman and shallow running plugs for trollers. Some anglers have switched to tossing plugs and swimbaits in the east delta for decent action when the schools are found. Bank anglers fishing cut bait experienced a fair bite at the Courtland Bridge and near Steamboat Slough. The ports of Stockton and Sacramento are producing nice fish for anglers drifting jumbo minnows and trolling deep-running plugs.
Salmon fishing above the 113 Bridge in Knights Landing are still experiencing a fair bite sitting on the anchor with flatfish or trolling with spinners. The season ends soon – if you’re looking for smoked salmon for your holiday party , now is the time to do it.
Steelhead fishing on the American has piqued the interest of a few anglers due to the rains. Spinners, spoons and jigs are a good bet to try in the deeper sections of the river.
Catfish is currently on tap for anglers fishing at Knights Landing, Verona and the Sutter Bypass. Crappie are also being reported at the Bypass for anglers chucking tube jigs and fishing minnows under a bobber.
The weather for the rest of the week through the weekend is slotted for periods of cloud cover, with a 10 percent chance of rain. Depending on the wind, it may be a good time for striper and sturgeon chasers in Rio Vista.
To all, have a fun time on the water and if you fish the banks – make sure you pick up after yourself so the next person can enjoy the spot you just fished.
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