California Aqueduct Fish Report - CA (Los Angeles County)

Anglers reported fair fishing in the aqueduct last week

California Aqueduct - CA (Los Angeles County)

by Chad Burton and Chris Borden
1-23-2026
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Anglers reported fair fishing in the aqueduct last week. Striped bass took cut sardines and anchovies near check gates, with jumbo live minnows also getting bites. Lure anglers found biting fish while working the bottom with tube baits and Fluke-style baits. Slower presentations worked for some anglers, while others found success using a lift-and-drop technique. Largemouth bass were tight-lipped, and finesse Roboworms in brown and green pumpkin produced a few bites. Catfish ate dip bait, chicken liver, and cut baits near outtake grates

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