After the recent storms, Lake Nacimiento rose to 60 percent of its storage capacity. Fishing was very good over the weekend, but reports slowed after the rain moved in. Bass anglers found some spawning fish scattered around the lake. Brown hula grubs, spider jigs, and drop shot rigs produced steady numbers and an occasional three-pound female. Small swimbaits and squarebill crankbaits also fooled biting bass. White bass held near cove mouths, and anglers caught them on spoons and small live minnows. The crappie bite continued to improve for anglers working 10 to 20 feet of water with minijigs. Catfish were available on cut mackerel and dip bait.

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Cope's Tackle and Rod Shop has the largest selection of fishing tackle in the Central Valley. We carry all the equipment from top manufactures to make your fishing trip more successful! Whether your fishing for Bluegill at a local pond or Bluefin Tuna far offshore we are your one stop shop for all your fishing needs.



Our mantra here at Cope’s is “for fishermen, by fishermen.” All our staff truly enjoy the sport and spend a lot of time helping make sure you are enjoying your time on the water. We can guarantee satisfaction when you enter our store - from tips and tricks to providing you with all the gear you will need to keep you on the water and in the game!



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