Long Range Fish Report
From Sportfishing

Fish Report for 12-8-2023

There are still anglers catching quality striped bass in the southern aqueduct

12-8-2023
Chad Burton and Chris Borden

While many anglers have thrown in the towel for the winter there are still anglers catching quality striped bass in the southern aqueduct. Live bait has been the best option, and anglers who know how to legally net shad, silverside minnows, and sculpin have had excellent results. Cut baits, live worms, and jumbo live minnows have also been good bait choices. Lure anglers used jerk baits, tube baits, and small swimbaits for decent results. As usual, the best place to fish was after check gates. Catfish ate chicken liver, dip bait, and garlic nightcrawlers. Bass anglers used Senkos and finesse baits in any place with slower moving water for a few fish.



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Castaic Lake: Water levels fell to 79 percent of capacity at Castaic Lake
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