Lake Powell, Utah Fishing Report - Daily

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Powell fishing report for Sunday May 11 2025.First off let me say conditions across the lake are just about perfect for anglers right now. We’re seeing continued excellent fishing for just about everything Lake Powell offers. May is always a top month out here and so far this year has been no exception. Early mornings are crisp with temps starting out in the low 60s climbing into the 80s by afternoon. Skies are mostly clear with a slight breeze today not enough to keep you off the water. The sun rose at 6:16 am and will set tonight at 8:16 pm. Tides aren’t a factor on Powell but rising water from spring snowmelt has pushed some fish up into the shallows and new brush lines.If you’re chasing stripers the bite has been hot early mornings especially where shad are stacked up in the back of coves and U shaped cuts off the main channels. The stripers are chasing freshly hatched shad so you’ll want to have a couple rods rigged. Topwater lures and surface walkers work well at first light wherever you see boils or surface action. Look for silver as your go-to color but gold and copper work too. Once the sun gets up a bit switch to spoons or troll shallow diving crankbaits along the edges. Small to medium white or chartreuse grubs fished in 10 to 30 feet of water have been getting a lot of bites as well.The bass bite is steady both largemouth and smallmouth. Ned rigs and shaky head jigs are producing, and Senko style plastics rigged wacky or Texas are always a winner right now. Fish these rigs around new flooded brush or rocky points. Catfish and walleye are being caught mostly on cut bait or worms fished on the bottom especially in the evening and overnight. A few nice crappie and bluegill also coming from the brushy pockets and submerged trees on small jigs.Recent catches have included plenty of striped bass up to 4 pounds, lots of smallmouth bass, a few largemouth, plus the occasional walleye and catfish. Overall fishing is rated good to excellent across the lake.Hot spots today include the backs of Warm Creek and Navajo Canyons for stripers and shad boils, and the brushy bays in Padre Bay and Last Chance for bass and crappie.Best baits right now – silver spoons, white or chartreuse soft plastics, topwater walkers at first light, and good old nightcrawlers or cut bait for the bottom dwellers.That’s the latest from Lake Powell. Good luck, be safe, and I hope you reel in a big one today.

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Powell fishing report for Saturday, May 10, 2025.Lake Powell is looking prime right now for just about every species. With sunrise at about 6:06 AM and sunset around 8:21 PM, you have some great long daylight hours to get out and chase fish. The weather looks cooperative today, with clear skies likely and calm winds expected through most of the morning—perfect conditions for both boaters and shoreline anglers.Fishing has been very good to excellent all around the lake lately. Striped bass, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, and walleye are all biting. May is truly one of the best months to fish Powell, and the action proves it. Recent reports show big numbers of stripers, though many are on the smaller side; you’ll need to hunt a bit for the chunky ones. Bass fishing is “spring time good,” meaning they’re aggressive and feeding well along rocky points and coves[4][5].For lures, throw crankbaits, jerkbaits, and soft plastics for bass. Stripers are hitting well on anchovy chunks and shad-imitating swimbaits, especially in deeper water off points and near the dam. Walleye are responding to crawler harnesses and bottom bouncers. If you’re after panfish like crappie and bluegill, small jigs tipped with a little bit of worm will do the trick.Right now, two hot spots are the Wahweap area near the dam and the stretch between Bullfrog and Halls Crossing. Both have seen consistent action for stripers and bass. If you’re a shore angler, the backs of most canyons are holding active fish in the mornings and evenings.Tidal swings aren’t a factor here, but water elevation is up to about 3558 feet, which means there’s plenty of fresh shoreline to work and some flooded brush to target for bass and crappie[4].In summary, grab your favorite rod, toss some crankbaits for bass, drop some cut bait for stripers, and don’t be afraid to explore the new shoreline. Lake Powell is fishing hot, and now’s the time to get in on the action. Tight lines, everyone, from your local source Artificial Lure[4][5].

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Powell fishing report for Friday, May 9th, 2025.Folks, the spring bite is absolutely on fire right now at Lake Powell! The water temperature has been climbing steadily, and the fish are responding with aggressive feeding patterns throughout the lake[1]. Weather-wise, we're looking at a beautiful day with temperatures expected to reach the mid-70s by afternoon. Sunrise was at 6:12 AM, and we'll have sunlight until about 8:23 PM, giving you plenty of time on the water. Winds are light from the southwest at 5-8 mph, perfect conditions for working those coves and points.The fishing has been rated as "very good" to "excellent" all over the lake this past week[5]. Stripers have been particularly active, with schools busting the surface in the early mornings near the main channel. Smallmouth and largemouth bass are in full spawn mode, making them aggressive and territorial around shallow structure.Recent catches have been impressive – anglers are reporting limits of smallmouth in the 2-3 pound range, while stripers averaging 3-5 pounds have been common[1]. Crappie fishing has been exceptional too, with many folks finding schools of these tasty panfish around brush piles and submerged vegetation.For bait and tackle, plastic grubs in watermelon and pumpkin colors have been killing it for bass, especially when rigged on 1/4 oz jig heads. For stripers, try anchovies or cut bait near cliff walls, or white swimbaits if you prefer artificial[5]. Crappie have been hitting small jigs tipped with minnows, particularly in chartreuse and white colors.For hot spots, you'll want to check out Warm Creek Bay where the smallmouth bite has been incredible along the rocky points. Another productive area has been the backs of Navajo Canyon, where largemouth are holding tight to flooded brush. For stripers, try the cliff walls near Antelope Point Marina, especially during the first and last light of the day.Water levels are up from last month, which has flooded some brush and created excellent ambush points for predator fish[1]. The rising water has also triggered feeding frenzies as baitfish get pushed out of newly submerged cover.Don't forget that May is prime time for walleye too, with many being caught on bottom bouncers tipped with nightcrawlers along transition areas from sand to rock[5].That's the scoop for today, folks. This is Artificial Lure reminding you to keep your hooks sharp and your lines tight. Good luck out there on beautiful Lake Powell, and I'll catch you on the next report!

Good morning from Lake Powell, this is Artificial Lure with your May 7th, 2025 fishing report. The spring bite is on and the lake is delivering action for anglers from sunup to sundown. Sunrise today came at 6:08 am, and sunset will fall around 8:16 pm. As always, the winds can kick up in the afternoon, so the morning and evening windows are the best bet for a calm surface and hungry fish.Weather-wise, we're enjoying classic May conditions—cool mornings with a bit of breeze, warming into the 70s to low 80s by midday. The water temperature has returned to that magic 60-degree zone, which gets everything in the lake moving and feeding. No tidal swings to factor in here at Lake Powell, so you can plan your efforts around the light and wind.Fish activity has been outstanding across the board. This past week, catches have included stripers, smallmouth and largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, bluegill, catfish, and sunfish. Smallmouth bass have been especially plentiful and aggressive, hitting shallow points, rocky shelves, and submerged tumbleweed cover. Stripers are going wild—they have been schooling tight and biting well all over, especially around the main channel walls and deeper coves. Reports show some stripers are still on the slim side, but there are plenty of fat ones if you chase bait schools and move around a bit[3][4][5].The best performing lures right now are soft shad swimbaits and fly presentations for bass and stripers. Sencos, single-tail grubs, hula grubs, and tubes are all catching fish, especially when worked along shelves or near submerged brush in the 10 to 15-foot zone[4][5]. Anglers have also scored on heavy grubs bounced along the bottom. For stripers, don't be afraid to get a little flashy with spoons or stickbaits if you see surface boils, as they are actively chasing bait. If you want to soak some bait, anchovies are still the tried-and-true pick for stripers.If you're looking for hot spots, I recommend the canyons near Padre Bay for numbers of smallmouth and stripers, and Warm Creek for multi-species action and less pressure. The main channel walls and the tight slots are also producing well, especially for those willing to move frequently and target active schools.Overall, it's a prime week to get out on Lake Powell. Fish shallow, fish often, and keep your tackle versatile. With the current bite, just about every species is on the menu, and opportunities abound for both quantity and quality catches. Good luck out there and tight lines!

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Lake Powell fishing report for Monday, May 5th, 2025.We have been blessed with classic early May conditions on Lake Powell this week. The weather has been a mix of cool mornings and mild afternoons with calm winds at daybreak, giving way to the expected spring breezes by lunchtime. Sunrise today is at 6:10 AM, with sunset around 8:17 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to chase fish in every cove and canyon.Tides aren’t a factor here, but water levels are holding steady—lake elevation is just a hair under 3,558 feet. Water temps are climbing into that ideal 60-degree range in the shallows, making for an all-out spring bite.Fishing has been nothing short of excellent this week. Stripers are schooling up and feeding aggressively almost everywhere, and we’ve been seeing solid numbers from the dam all the way up to Good Hope Bay. Smallmouth bass have been the most plentiful catch across the lake, especially on rocky shelves and in the tight canyon slots. Largemouth, crappie, bluegill, sunfish, and walleye are all biting as well, giving everyone a shot at a full stringer. The action is hot in the shallows, with fish moving up onto banks and into coves to feed and spawn[3][4][5].Recent trips are averaging 25 to 50 stripers per day per boat. Best reports for mixed bags—including bass, walleye, and the odd slab crappie—are coming from the backs of warm coves and any rocky structure from 5 to 20 feet deep. The fish are feeding all day thanks to the stable water and warming temps, but the early morning bite is still the best window for the bigger bass.Top baits right now include soft plastics like Sencos, single-tail and hula grubs, tubes, and small swimbaits worked slow along the bottom. For stripers, try anchoring under the schools and using cut bait, but don’t overlook trolling with deep diving crankbaits or vertical jigging spoons when they get active. If you hit a boil, toss out topwater plugs for fast, exciting action[4][5].For hot spots, you can’t go wrong with the Navajo Canyon for bass and stripers, and the mouth of Last Chance has been giving up good numbers of mixed species. Further up lake, Warm Creek and Bullfrog Bay are excellent choices for variety and less pressured water[5].That’s your local Lake Powell report for today. The bite is on, the weather is prime, and there’s no better way to spend May than out chasing fish on this beautiful lake. Tight lines and happy fishing from Artificial Lure.

Hello there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Powell fishing report for this beautiful Sunday morning, May 4th, 2025.The sun rose over our gorgeous red rock landscape around 6:15 this morning and will set at about 8:20 tonight, giving us plenty of daylight hours to reel in some beauties. Weather's cooperating nicely with temperatures in the mid-70s and just a light breeze, making for ideal conditions out on the water.Fishing has been absolutely fantastic these past few days! Yesterday and the day before were particularly productive, with anglers reporting excellent catches all across the lake. The water level is holding steady at around 3558 feet elevation as of May 1st.All bass species are hitting what I like to call "spring time good" right now. Smallmouth and largemouth bass are extremely active in the shallows, especially around rocky points and submerged brush. Folks have been having great success with soft plastic crawdads and 4-inch worms in green pumpkin and watermelon colors.Stripers are running in good numbers, though you'll need to be selective to find the quality fish. There are plenty of skinny ones, but the fat ones are definitely worth hunting down. They've been schooling in deeper water near the dam and in Warm Creek Bay. Anchovies are still the go-to bait, but white jerkbaits and spoons are working well for those who prefer casting.Crappie fishing has picked up considerably this week, with nice catches coming from the backs of canyons where there's some brush or structure in about 15-20 feet of water. Small jigs in white or chartreuse have been the ticket.Don't forget about the walleye! They've been biting well in the early mornings and late evenings. Try trolling worm harnesses along drop-offs or jigging with nightcrawlers in 20-30 feet of water.For hot spots this week, I'd highly recommend Warm Creek Bay for those fat stripers I mentioned. The mouth of Navajo Canyon has been producing some quality smallmouth, and Good Hope Bay has been yielding nice catches of walleye and catfish.Bluegill and catfish are also active, especially for the folks fishing from shore with worms or cut bait. The fishing pier at Wahweap has been a good spot for families looking to catch a mix of species.Remember, folks, May is one of the absolute best times to fish Lake Powell, and this year is proving that rule true! Whether you're after stripers, bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, or walleye, they're all biting right now.Till next time, this is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and happy fishing!

Hello there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Powell fishing report for this beautiful Saturday morning, May 3rd, 2025.Let me tell you, we're right in the sweet spot of the season now! May is absolutely prime time for fishing at Powell, with all species actively feeding in the warming waters. Water temps have likely pushed into the high 60s by now, which has really turned on the bite across the lake.The last couple weeks have seen fantastic action for stripers. They're hitting various crankbaits and responding well to vertical jigging techniques. If you're after a cooler full of these tasty predators, don't forget to bring plenty of ice and your fillet knife - keeping these fish helps maintain the lake's forage fish population.Bass fishing has been phenomenal too! Both largemouth and smallmouth are in pre-spawn or early spawn patterns. For largemouths, focus on areas with cover - brush piles, tumbleweeds, and trees where sunfish congregate. Slow presentations still work best, especially early in the day. As for smallmouth, they're hitting the same presentations as stripers, so you might double up while targeting either species.Walleye action has been steady, especially during low light conditions. They're hitting the same cranks and jigs that are producing stripers.For catfish lovers, the night fishing has been incredible! These whiskered beasts aren't picky right now - they'll take crawlers, cut bait, or basically anything you offer them.Don't overlook the crappie and bluegill, which are also biting well this time of year.As for hot spots, check out Wahweap Bay where water temps were last recorded around 57°F but should be considerably warmer by now. The dam area has also been productive for striper anglers using anchovies.The lake level is sitting around 3,558 feet and should be starting to rise as we move deeper into spring. This puts us at a similar level to last year, so areas that were productive then should be good bets now.For today, expect typical early May conditions - likely mild temperatures with some breeze in the afternoon. The fish are hungry and willing, so get out there early and make the most of this prime fishing window!Remember folks, the last weeks of April and all of May is considered one of the absolute best times to fish Lake Powell, and we're right in the middle of that golden period.Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure signing off - I'll catch you on the water!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Powell fishing report for this beautiful Friday morning, May 2nd, 2025.Let me tell ya, the fishing at Lake Powell is absolutely on fire right now! May is one of the best times to be out on these waters, and this year is proving that rule true once again[2]. The water's warming up nicely after our early spring, and all species are actively feeding throughout the lake.Over the past couple weeks, the stripers have been going absolutely nuts! Captain Bill McBurney reported on April 30th that you'll find plenty of stripers, though you might need to hunt a bit for the fat ones among the smaller fish[3]. They're hitting various cranks and responding well to vertical jigging techniques[2]. If you're looking for a striper bonanza, try fishing into the evening - they've been biting all night long on just about anything you offer them, from crawlers to cut bait[2].Bass fishing is spring-time good right now! Both largemouth and smallmouth are extremely active in the shallows[5]. Anglers have been having great success fishing outside coves and inside tight slots along canyon walls[5]. The smallmouth have been most plentiful, but the largemouth are definitely worth targeting too.Don't overlook the other species either - crappie, bluegill, catfish, and walleye are all ripe for the taking[2][5]. Walleye have been hitting the same presentations as the stripers, so you might double up on your catches with the right approach[2].For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out some of the canyon arms where fish tend to concentrate this time of year. Warm Creek and Navajo Canyon have been producing consistently. Also worth trying are the rocky points near Wahweap Marina if you're launching from there.Lure-wise, crankbaits have been money for stripers and walleye. For bass, try soft plastics like Senkos or drop shots around structure. If you're bait fishing, nightcrawlers and cut bait have been effective for catfish and stripers after dark[2].The weather's getting warmer, but it's still comfortable enough to fish all day long, and the fish are cooperating throughout daylight hours[5]. Morning and evening bites have been particularly strong.So grab your tackle box, clean up those rods, and head on out to Lake Powell! With all species actively feeding, you're bound to have a fantastic day on the water. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines and see y'all on the lake!

Good morning from Lake Powell. This is Artificial Lure, your local fishing expert, bringing you the latest report for April 30, 2025. The lake is alive this spring and anglers are seeing solid action on all fronts.We kicked off the day with calm conditions and cool temperatures in the low 50s at sunrise, which was at 6:14 a.m. Expect things to warm up into the upper 70s by afternoon, with clear skies and only a light breeze. Sunset comes at 8:01 p.m., giving you plenty of daylight for a long day on the water. There’s no tidal influence here since Lake Powell is a reservoir.Onto the fishing. Walleye are starting to wake up and April through May is prime time. Big females are still on the hunt for shad and can be found in green to muddy water, especially in the coves and along the shoreline breaks[1]. For walleye, use chartreuse or white curly-tailed jigs tipped with a worm or a minnow. Trolling crankbaits just above the bottom is also producing fish.Striped bass are running strong this week. Anglers have picked up dozens in the 3 to 6-pound range, with a few whoppers over 20 pounds showing up recently[2]. The best lure has been anchovies on cut bait rigs, but if you like casting and moving, try silver or chrome slab spoons and small swimbaits. Work them slowly in deeper water near the dam and main channel changes. The morning and pre-dusk bite has been best.Smallmouth bass and largemouth bass are both active and cruising the shallows. Plastics like tube jigs, senkos, and drop-shot rigs in natural colors are pulling in both species. Target rocky points, submerged islands, and brush piles. Smallmouth in particular are stacking up in the 10-20 foot range, with plenty of fish in the 1 to 2-pound class[3]. For largemouth, stay shallow and fish weedier coves.Don’t overlook the channel catfish. Night fishing is picking up as the water warms. The hot ticket is smelly bait—anchovies, chicken liver, or even table scraps get the job done. Most cats are in the 2 to 4-pound range, with the best action around sandy, shallow flats, especially after dusk[5].For hot spots, check out the stretch around Wahweap Bay near the marina for striped bass and walleye, and head up to Padre Bay for smallmouth bass and channel catfish. Both areas have produced strong numbers this week and offer easy access by boat.That’s your report from Lake Powell today. Tight lines and good luck out there.

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Powell fishing report for April 23, 2025.Lake Powell is seeing ideal spring conditions, with the weather cool in the mornings and warming up into the high 60s and low 70s by afternoon. Winds are forecast to be gentle today, around 5 to 10 mph, and skies will be mostly sunny. Sunrise came at 6:28 am and sunset will be at 8:01 pm, giving a long window for those early and late bites. As usual, there are no tides here, so focus on the weather and time of day for your best fishing opportunities.Fish activity is excellent with water temps rising into the 50s and 60s, putting both predator and panfish species on the hunt. Striped bass are still the main draw and have been caught in good numbers lately. There are reports of multiple limits of stripers weighing 2 to 5 pounds, and even a few big ones topping 20 pounds caught in deeper water by trolling or bait fishing. Smallmouth and largemouth bass are also turning on as they move shallow to spawn. Anglers are catching smallmouth up to 3 pounds and a few chunky largemouths closer to the brush and rocky coves[2][3][4].If you are targeting striped bass, anchovies are tough to beat—fished deep in the main channel or at the mouths of major side canyons. Try chunking bait near structure or along steep drop-offs. For those who prefer casting, white or silver swimbaits and jerkbaits are landing plenty of stripers, especially in the early morning or late evening. If you are after smallmouth and largemouth, soft plastic tubes, Ned rigs, and crankbaits in shad or crayfish patterns are working very well along rocky points and submerged ledges. Bass are hitting best from late morning through mid-afternoon.Now, with the water warming up, bluegill and crappie are showing up in numbers around shallow brush piles and flooded vegetation. Use small jigs, glow body or chartreuse colors tipped with worm, or a mealworm for fast panfish action[4].Some hot spots to try today include the stretch between Navajo Canyon and Antelope Point, which is producing big numbers of stripers, as well as Bullfrog Bay for mixed bag action on bass, stripers, and panfish. Warm Creek Bay is another consistent producer this time of year, especially for bass working the shallows.Walleye are just starting to get active, especially where the water has a green tint or some stain. Try trolling deep-diving crankbaits in the early morning or late evening for your best chance[1].That’s the scoop for Lake Powell today. Good luck out there, and don’t forget to handle those trophy fish with care for a quick release. Tight lines!