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Lake Mead, Nevada Fishing Report - Daily

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 Lake Mead, Nevada Daily Fishing Report podcast offers anglers the latest fishing conditions, tips, and insights to enhance your fishing experience at Lake Mead. Tune in for daily updates on water levels, weather forecasts, fish activity, and bait recommendations. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a weekend angler, our expert advice will help you reel in the big catch. Subscribe for essential information and stay ahead in your fishing adventures at Lake Mead, Nevada.

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  • "Lake Mead Fishing Report: Tackle the Heat for Active Bass, Stripers, and Crappie"

    "Lake Mead Fishing Report: Tackle the Heat for Active Bass, Stripers, and Crappie"
    May 14 2025
    Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Mead fishing report for Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

    We continue to see classic May desert heat out here, with daytime highs soaring over 100 degrees. Expect clear skies and steady sunshine. Sunrise is right around 5:33 AM and sunset at 7:39 PM, so your best windows are early mornings and late evenings when the fish are most active and the heat is less punishing[1][4].

    Water temps are warming quickly, pushing many species deeper during the day. Black bass fishing has been described as good, but the bite is tougher now that they have moved off the beds and into deeper water. Anglers are having the best luck with drop-shot rigs and small creature baits, as well as deep-diving crankbaits. Focus your casts along the weedy shorelines near Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor for largemouths, especially just after sunrise[1][4]. Smallmouth bass are also hitting plastics and jigs in coves with vegetation[4].

    Striped bass action is strongest using live shad and cut anchovies. Shore anglers are doing well near Boxcar Cove and outside Hemenway Harbor. If you prefer artificials, three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin Minnows are drawing attention from subsurface stripers. Boaters are picking up numbers at cove entrances in the Vegas Wash area. Catfish are also starting to stir with the warmer water, and cut anchovies are your best bet for a big surprise after dark[1][4].

    Crappie fishing is peaking now in the Overton Arm. Chartreuse jigs and tubes are working great around submerged brush and structure[1][4]. Some nice slabs have been reported recently, especially in the evenings as the sun starts to dip.

    The fish counts overall have been solid this past week, with stripers leading the way in numbers and a decent showing of black bass and crappie. Hot spots to check out include the Overton Arm for crappie, Boxcar Cove and Hemenway Harbor for stripers and bass, and Calville Bay for consistent action early or late[1][4].

    Tidal influences are negligible here, so focus on water temps, light, and wind—calm, stable mornings are best.

    In summary, get out early or stick it out late for your best shot at active fish. Drop-shot rigs and crankbaits for bass, cut anchovies or shad for stripers and cats, and chartreuse jigs for crappie will keep your rod bent. Stay hydrated, fish smart around the heat, and good luck out there on Lake Mead[1][3][4].
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  • Lake Mead Fishing Report May 12 2025 - Battling the Heat for Bass Stripers and Crappie

    Lake Mead Fishing Report May 12 2025 - Battling the Heat for Bass Stripers and Crappie
    May 12 2025
    Good morning from Lake Mead, this is Artificial Lure with your fresh fishing report for Monday, May 12, 2025. We're deep into our early summer pattern now, with temperatures already climbing well into the triple digits by mid-morning. If you're heading out today, you'll want to be on the water early – sunrise was at about 5:38 am and sunset will be around 7:36 pm, giving you those prime cooler hours to work with.

    Weather-wise, we're looking at another hot and dry day with clear skies and just a light breeze – typical desert conditions for this time of year. No tides to worry about here on our inland lake, but water levels have stabilized somewhat after the spring runoff.

    Bass fishing continues to be challenging as they've moved deeper with the increasing heat. Most anglers are finding that the largemouth and smallmouth are holding in 15-25 feet of water near structure. Your best bet is to work soft plastics slowly along drop-offs or try deep-diving crankbaits near submerged structure. The morning bite has been best before the sun gets too high.

    Stripers remain the hot ticket at Lake Mead right now. They're hitting cut anchovies consistently, especially in the early morning and evening hours. Live shad is working well too if you can net some. For those who prefer artificial lures, three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin Minnows are producing when targeting subsurface fish. The striper schools are moving around, but the cove entrances in the Vegas Wash area have been particularly productive.

    We're also seeing some decent crappie action, particularly in the Overton Arm. Small jigs in white or chartreuse fished around submerged brush are the ticket. Some nice catfish are being taken on cut anchovies as well, especially for night anglers willing to brave the darkness.

    For hot spots, I'd recommend trying Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor for bass – focus on the weedy shorelines during the first and last light. For stripers, the Vegas Wash area continues to produce consistently, particularly at the entrances to coves. Boulder Basin has also been giving up some nice stripers for those working deeper water with vertical presentations.

    One final tip for today's heat – make sure you're staying hydrated out there. The desert will suck the moisture right out of you before you know it, especially with the excitement of a good bite.

    This is Artificial Lure signing off – tight lines to you all, and I'll see you on the water!
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  • Lake Mead Fishing Report: Dial in on Stripers, Bass, and Crappie During Early/Late Hours

    Lake Mead Fishing Report: Dial in on Stripers, Bass, and Crappie During Early/Late Hours
    May 11 2025
    This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Mead fishing report for Sunday, May 11, 2025.

    It is heating up quick here in southern Nevada, with daytime highs well past the 100-degree mark and classic cloudless desert skies. We are seeing those real summer patterns kick in, so plan on hitting the water early or late in the evening. Sunrise is around 5:44 am and sunset is 7:32 pm, giving you good windows to fish during those cooler hours. No tides to worry about—just keep an eye out for the breeze, which has been light and steady lately, making for comfortable conditions on the main lake if you get out before the heat cranks up[3].

    Bass fishing has gotten a little tougher this week as both largemouth and smallmouth move deeper looking for cooler water. Your best shot for bass will be fishing slow and deep—drop shot soft plastics or drag a jig along steeper drop-offs near structure. A few nice black bass are still being caught along the weedy shorelines at Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor, but you’ll want to finesse through those areas with patience[1][3].

    Striped bass continue to be the main attraction and anglers are finding success with live shad and cut anchovies, especially in the mornings and evenings. Anchovy chunks on the bottom are always a winner for stripers around here. If you prefer casting, try a three-inch silver swimbait, Kastmaster, or Jumpin Minnow for active striper schools. Boaters are turning up consistent numbers at cove entrances near the Vegas Wash area, so that’s a solid spot to try. There’s also some solid striper action near Boulder Beach and Government Wash[1][3].

    Crappie are showing up in the Overton Arm for those fishing with jigs, so if you want to mix it up, bring a few small plastics or marabou jigs and work them near submerged brush or docks[1].

    Catfish are cruising and biting well on cut anchovies in the evenings, especially from shore or docks once the sun gets low[1].

    As for hot spots today, my picks are:
    Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor for black bass
    Vegas Wash cove entrances for stripers
    Overton Arm for crappie action

    Best baits and lures right now:
    Cut anchovies and live shad for stripers and catfish
    Three-inch silver swimbaits, Kastmasters, and Jumpin Minnows for stripers
    Soft plastics and jigs for bass and crappie

    That’s it for this week. Remember to hydrate, pack sun protection, and fish those golden hours at sunrise and sunset for your best shot at a big one. Good luck and tight lines from Artificial Lure at Lake Mead[1][3]!
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