Couple Things

[cousinlll]

For those interested, Google Earth has Lake Powell imagery dated 3/17/16 so it'll give you a pretty good idea of the current lake levels.  It's a good tool to use to do a little pre-trip lake scouting & to give those that are new to this side of the lake a good bird's eye view of the lake & associated side canyons.

Current lake elevation has been pretty stable lately at the current reading of 3591'.  For comparison - last year's elevation was about 3590', 2014 at 3676', 2013 at 3596', 2012 at 3635' and 2011 at 3611'. 

Also, if there's anybody interested in this trip I have a possible open back seat so let us know....

[timbo]

Can I get some info on good places to fish. I need some help. GPS cord or cove name will help.
I have a map & insight on GPS
Thanks
TIm & Jane

[cousinlll]

Timbo - download google earth & I'll show you & whomever else wants to know the areas that have worked for us/me in the past.....

More to come!

[cousinlll]

Ok Timbo and whomever else wants to play at home - Here's some Google Earth screen shots. Easiest I can make it but you'll need to go to Google Earth along with referring to your Fish-n-Maps Lake Powell North map.  Tried to include quick hyperlinks but not able given time I had.  And not trying to give away anybody's secret spots but in my opinion it's all about helping the group catch fish. 

As I was schooled during my first time on the lake - Place to start is by fishing the rock rubble shelves wherever you find them by either using BB or cast various types of jigs.  Everybody has their own favorite and style of fishing jigs so learn on the fly.   

Right Across from the Hall's Crossing boat ramp troll around this island at various depths.  Deep drop off about a football field length uplake of island but using BB troll both main channel side of island along with the opposite (north) side of island.  The other pin drop right across from the main channel from Hall's Marina is a flat with humps & valleys.  Watch your depth finder for the changes in depth and fish accordingly but sharp rocks here w/ gear loss.


Traveling uplake around mile 106 is Forgotten Canyon on your right along with a rock slide cove on your left.  Fish the rock rubble.


Uplake at mile 104 is Crystal Springs on your right and Hansen on your left


Uplake at mile 107 is Knowles Canyon on your right.  Lots of rock rubble to fish


Uplake at mile 110 is Warm Springs on your left and Cedar Canyon on your right.  The flats & valleys outside Warm Springs on the north side of the main channel has been good also.


Downlake from the ramp at approx mile 90 is Brian's Wall which is a smallish rock slide on the main channel


Downlake at mile 81 is Slick Rock Canyon w/ lots of rock rubble

[sandman]

Excellent Larry. Timbo, we have caught fish at all of these at one time or another. We mostly troll BB but you'll also see bass, bluegill and an occasional crappie at several of these sites so it's good to have a rig ready.

[sparkchaser]

The first canyon down past Brian's Wall is Lake Canyon. If you follow this all the way back, there were some trees that we caught crappie on. Also in the back of Warm Springs same thing. Good alternatives to escape the wind if it gets bad out on the main channel.

All the other screen shots LLL put up is where I fish also. The key is to find the rock rubble, and drop offs as stated above. I like to troll, so most of my fish come on the BB. Jigs are very effective as well. 

One thing I'd like to remind people of if you have an Ipilot, or Ilink. Be careful in the canyons with steep walls. Last year I lost GPS signal, and my trolling motor started running at 10 straight for a canyon wall. I was lucky to get it turned off in time, and sustained minimal damage. It only happened once way in the back of Forgotten Canyon, but it was scary.

[Stevert]

That's all good stuff there.  Thanks for sharing. 

[OneBlade]

Great stuff guys!  Can't wait!

[FishMan]

Last package just arrived from Cabellas and I made a Bass Pro run last night. For those new, LLL mentioned sharp rocks, I can not overstate the need to ensure you have new/newer quality line. Everyone has their own favorites and/or oppinions but it will significantly decrease how many jigs or bottom bouncers you loose. I like 14# fire line for my casting jigs and 20# fire line for my bottom bouncer rods. I know many that go as high as #50 power pro and only loose 2 or 3 BB's the whole trip. I have been with some who use old line, and they loose 20-30 rigs a day, no joke. Also keep in mind, the minimal tackle sold at the marina is crazy expensive. I am so ready to set some hooks!!!!

[timbo]

Thanks for all the info. What kind of jigs do I need for smallies?
I'm soooo looking forward to this trip
Timbo