New Melones Lake
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New Melones Lake Overview
Top Techniques Reported for Spotted Bass + Spring
- Ned Rigs6
- Wacky Rigs3
- Spinnerbaits2
- Bladed Jigs1
- Deep Diving Crankbaits (13'+)1
Spotted Bass17 Reports
Largemouth Bass7 Reports
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Species
Spotted Bass
Season
Spring (Pre-Spawn)
Technique
Ned Rigs
Structure
Boulders
Forage
Minnows
Water Temperature
55°
Species
Spotted Bass
Season
Spring (Pre-Spawn)
Technique
Spybaits
Structure
Boulders
Water Temperature
55°
Long cast and count it down to the desired depth. Slow retrieve worked the best.
Species
Spotted Bass
Season
Spring (Spawn)
Technique
Crankbaits 13'+
Structure
Ledges
Forage
Shad
Water Temperature
70°
Overcast day, water clarity 5 to 7 feet, water temps 69 to 70°.
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