Reel in the Big Ones at Lake Powell: Fishing Report for April 14, 2025

Good morning, anglers! It’s April 14, 2025, and we’re set for another fantastic day of fishing on the stunning waters of Lake Powell. Here’s your detailed fishing report to help you reel in the big ones.

The weather today is shaping up nicely, with clear skies and mild spring temperatures around 60–70°F. Winds are light, making conditions ideal for fishing. Sunrise occurred at 6:06 AM, and you’ll have daylight until 7:39 PM, providing plenty of hours to wet your line. Note that Lake Powell is not influenced by tidal fluctuations, so you won’t have to worry about coordinating with changing tides.

Lake Powell’s waters are teeming with fish right now, with species like striped bass, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, walleye, channel catfish, and crappie being the most active. Recent fishing reports indicate smallmouth bass have been hitting hard on rocky points at depths of 20–30 feet, particularly in the main channel. Striped bass have been found cruising in schools, and early morning offers the best chance to catch them as they feed actively. The average size of stripers caught recently has been 3–4 lbs, but trophy-sized fish are always possible.

Recommended lures and baits to maximize your success include:
- **Striped Bass:** Shad-imitating lures like rattle traps and crankbaits have been highly effective, especially in shad colors (pearl, chartreuse, or silver). Anchovies are also classic bait for stripers.
- **Smallmouth Bass:** Smoke or watermelon-colored single-tail grubs on 1/8 to 3/16 oz jig heads are a great choice for working rocky points.
- **Largemouth Bass:** Try soft plastic worms in red or purple, rigged drop-shot style. Spider jigs and Carolina rigs also work well near submerged tumbleweeds.
- **Walleye:** Use chartreuse-colored flicker shads or bottom-bouncing rigs with live bait such as nightcrawlers.
- **Channel Catfish:** Anchovies, hot dogs, and table scraps on Carolina rigs are your go-to for catfish, especially near sandy or shallow areas.

Recent catches include a variety of species, with smallmouth bass being the most plentiful. Striped bass are being caught consistently in deeper waters, while crappie and bluegill are biting well in areas with submerged brush. Anglers have reported catching up to four different species at some spots on the same lure!

For hotspots, consider these two locations:
1. **Navajo Canyon to Antelope Point Marina:** This stretch has seen some early morning striper boils. Bring a topwater popper set up and watch for surface activity.
2. **Rocky Points in the Main Channel:** Smallmouth bass are holding at depths of 25–30 feet. Slow your presentation and focus on submerged rocks for the best action.

Whether you’re in search of striped bass, walleye, or bass, today’s conditions are perfect for a memorable day on the water. Tight lines, and we’ll see you out there!