Stripers, Bass, and Crappie - A Springtime Lake Mead Fishing Report

Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your April 4, 2025, Lake Mead fishing report. It’s a stunning spring day out here with clear skies, a high reaching near 80°F, and a light southwest breeze at 5-10 mph. Sunrise was at 6:22 AM, and sunset will be at 7:06 PM, giving you ample time to cast your lines. Water temperatures are hovering around 62°F, and fish activity is buzzing as spring conditions bring plenty of action. Striped bass are the highlight of the week, with catches averaging 5-10 pounds, and a handful of hefty fish over 15 pounds reported. Anglers are finding success with live shad, cut anchovies, and white swimbaits. Deep-diving crankbaits and spoons are also producing, especially around Hemenway Harbor and the deeper waters near Boulder Basin. For stripers, trolling in these areas is paying off well. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are making their way into shallower waters as the season progresses. Look for these fighters in coves with submerged vegetation or rocky points near Callville Bay. Soft plastics in green pumpkin and watermelon, crankbaits, and spinnerbaits have been top producers. The bite is strongest early in the morning and late afternoon when water temperatures are ideal. Crappie activity is picking up too, particularly in the Overton Arm. White or chartreuse jigs tipped with minnows have been the go-to bait, with anglers pulling in healthy 10- to 12-inch fish. Meanwhile, channel catfish are staying active in the evenings, especially near Vegas Wash, with stinkbaits, chicken liver, and cut shad bringing steady results. Hot spots to hit today include the coves near Callville Bay for bass, Boulder Basin for stripers, and Overton Arm for crappie. If you’re after channel catfish, the Vegas Wash area is a prime spot to set up in the evening. For lures, topwater options like Zara Spooks, inline spinners, and chatterbaits are good bets for bass and stripers in the morning. During the day, deep-diving crankbaits and soft plastics will help you target fish around structures. Don’t forget to stick with natural colors like white, silver, or green pumpkin to mimic local baitfish and craws. With these conditions and the fish biting, today is a perfect day to head out on Lake Mead. Gear up, stay safe, and enjoy some phenomenal spring fishing. Tight lines, everyone! This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.