Fishing Season: April 29 2023 - November 15 2023

Crowley Lake - CA

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

62

Jim Elias's Tip of the Week

The algae is everywhere and can't be avoided. The good news is it's improved quite a bit, but it's still really green.

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Map of Crowley Lake

5-Day Outlook as of 10/27/23

Looks like a pleasant week of fall weather. Temperatures will be seasonally cold, and winds aren't supposed to be bad. Enjoy it while you can, Marina closes after this weekend.

Techniques & Tips as of 10/27/23

Fishing under the indicator, stripping in the tube with sink line near the weeds is getting the occasional grab too.

Local Species Available April 29 2023 - November 15 2023

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    Rainbow

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    Brown

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    Cutthroat

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    Perch

Jim Elias's Recommended Fly Patterns

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Rojo Midge N/A 18
Schultzy's Red Eyes Leech N/A
Bead Head Zug Bug N/A 16
Bead Head Brassie™ Copper 16
Callibaetis Nymph Olive 16-18
Bird's Nest Olive 14-16
Flashback Baetis Nymph N/A 16
TH Zebra Midge Black 16-18
Red/Black Zebra N/A 16
Copper Tiger N/A 16

Rojo Midge

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Jim Elias's Recommended Gear

Description: About Crowley Lake

REPORT COVERS CROOKED CREEK, HILTON BAYS, MCGEE BAY, SANDY POINT, SIX BAYS, GREEN BANKS, SOUTH WEED, BIG WEED, SOMETIMES ISLAND, LEIGHTON SPRINGS.ALLIGATOR POINT

Nearest Airport:

MAMMOTH - YOSEMITE (MMH)

Hatches:

I haven't been out since before I left for New Orleans. I haven't heard anything good either since I got back. My boats on the trailer and I'm done for the season. Lake closes to all fishing after November 15th. Good luck.

Best Stretch:

McGee channel

Best Access:

South Landing - Marina