Lake Mead Fishing Report: Stripers, Bass, and Catfish Thrive in October Conditions

As of October 13, 2024, Lake Mead is offering some exciting fishing opportunities, despite the warmer summer temperatures starting to wane.

### Weather and Tidal Report
The weather today is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of around 85°F and a low of 68°F. Since Lake Mead is a landlocked reservoir, there are no tidal changes to consider, but the water levels are stable.

### Sunrise and Sunset
Sunrise is at 6:43 AM, and sunset is at 6:04 PM, providing ample time for both early morning and evening fishing.

### Fish Activity
Striped bass are highly active around dawn and dusk, offering lively action during these cooler hours. Anglers have reported good top-water action in the Overton Arm and around Las Vegas Bay. Black bass fishing, although slower, can still yield results using topwater poppers and Chatterbaits.

### Fish Caught
Yesterday, anglers reported catching a significant number of striped bass, with some groups catching up to 85 stripers and keeping around 26. The largest striped bass caught weighed nearly 4 pounds. Black bass and catfish are also being caught, particularly in the late afternoon using anchovies and corn.

### Best Lures and Bait
For striped bass, hard plastics in shad patterns are the lure of choice, often drawing strikes when thrown to a boil. Live shad or store-bought anchovies are also highly effective. For black bass, topwater poppers and Chatterbaits are working well around Las Vegas Bay. For catfish and carp, anchovies and corn are the preferred baits, especially in the late afternoon.

### Hot Spots
- **Las Vegas Bay**: This area is good for black bass using topwater poppers and Chatterbaits.
- **Hemenway**: A promising spot for catfish and carp, with frequent catches using anchovies and corn.
- **Overton Arm**: Known for good top-water action for striped bass.

Remember to stay hydrated and be mindful of the weather forecast, as Lake Mead can get very windy and rough. Enjoy your fishing trip