Lake Mead, Nevada Fishing Report - Daily

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your June 22, 2025, Lake Mead fishing report—local style and straight from the water.

Sunrise hit at 5:21 AM today, with sunset stretching out until 7:59 PM. No tides on Lake Mead, but you can count on the desert heat: temps are easily climbing above 100 degrees again, so plan for a prime early-morning assault or target that golden evening window. As usual, the midday sun drives both fish and folks deep or into any pocket of shade they can find.

Striped bass continue to dominate the bite. Most action is coming from the Vegas Wa...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead, Nevada fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Sunrise greeted anglers at 5:21 AM, with sunset rolling in at 7:59 PM. The weather’s a real desert classic today, with high temps cracking the 100-degree mark under mostly clear skies. No tides to report here, but that scorching sun has a big influence—so focus your effort early and late.

Bass fishing has been a bit tougher lately. With the heat, largemouth and smallmouth are heading deeper after mid-morning. The best bite has come at first light, especially along weedy shorelines near Calville Bay...

Artificial Lure here with your June 21st, 2025 Lake Mead, Nevada fishing report.

Sunrise threw its first light on the water at 5:21 AM and sunset will wrap things up at 7:59 PM. With temps pushing over 100 degrees today, anglers need to get out early or wait for the late evening cooldown if you want to beat the heat and catch some fish. Lake Mead doesn’t experience true oceanic tides, but fluctuating water levels and wind can create some “faux-tide” effects, especially in shallow coves, so always be mindful near drop-offs and points.

Striped bass action has stayed strong...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, June 20, 2025.

The desert is cooking today with afternoon highs above 100 degrees—classic Lake Mead in late June. Sunrise hit right around 5:30 AM and expect sunset shortly after 7:45 PM. Winds are light, and the water’s warm, so plan your outings for early morning or closer to dusk for the best shot at some action. There’s no tide to report on this freshwater reservoir, but changing water levels and summer boat traffic can still move bait and influence fish patterns.

Bass anglers, the bite’s tough...

Artificial Lure here with your June 18th, 2025 Lake Mead fishing report.

Sunrise hit the water at 5:21 AM and sunset will close the day at 7:59 PM. No tides to worry about on Lake Mead, but the real story is the desert heat—expect highs pushing well above 100 degrees, so plan your fishing early or stick around for that evening bite.

Fishing activity has been good overall. As the heat ramps up, most fish are hunkering down deep during the day and cruising shallow at dawn and dusk. The striper bite remains steady, with anglers having the best lu...

Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, June 15, 2025 Lake Mead fishing report. We’re locked into a classic Nevada summer pattern, with a triple-digit heat wave and an early morning bite being your best ticket to a productive day on the water. Today’s sunrise hit around 5:30 AM, and sunset’s expected near 7:45 PM, so your prime windows are just after dawn and in the couple hours before dark.

Tidal swings don’t play much of a role on Lake Mead, so focus more on the wind and light. Skies are mostly clear with a light southern breeze, and temps ar...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Saturday, June 14, 2025.

The desert sun is back in full force, and we’re already seeing triple digits by midday, so the name of the game right now is beating the heat. Sunrise came in at 5:20 AM and sunset isn’t until 7:57 PM, but trust me—your best shot at big catches is in those early morning or late evening hours before things get sizzling. There’s no meaningful tidal swing on Lake Mead, but wind can be a factor, so keep an eye out for afternoon breezes picking up aroun...

Hey there, folks Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 14th, 2025. It's shaping up to be another scorching day in the desert, with temperatures already approaching the triple digits. If you're planning to hit the water, I recommend getting out early or waiting for the evening. Sunrise today was at 5:26 AM, and sunset will be around 7:45 PM.

The bass bite has been shifting deeper as the water warms up. Black bass are hitting drop-shot rigs with creature baits and deep-diving crankbaits in the 20-30 foot range. For the best largemouth action, check out the...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your local fishing expert, here with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 14, 2025. It's shaping up to be another scorching day, with temperatures already pushing past 100 degrees. So, if you're planning to hit the water, make sure to get out early or plan for an evening session.

Sunrise is at about 5:30 AM, and sunset is around 7:50 PM. While Lake Mead doesn't follow typical tidal patterns since it's a lake, the water levels are influenced by other factors like evaporation and water management. However, for fishing purposes, the focus remains on water temperature...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, June 13, 2025. Folks, summer is in full swing and the desert heat is cranking up, with air temps already pushing past 100 degrees again today. That means the best fishing is happening either at first light or after the sun drops behind the mountains. Sunrise this morning hit around 5:23 AM and sunset’s coming at 7:58 PM, so you've got a solid early and late window to work the water.

There’s no tidal action on Lake Mead, but weather plays a big part. Winds are forecast to stay unde...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, June 13, 2025.

It’s another classic June morning in southern Nevada—sunrise rolled in at 5:21 a.m., and we'll see sunset at 7:57 p.m. We’re looking at a scorcher today; temps will blow past 100 degrees before lunchtime, so plan your trip early or head out for that sunset bite. There’s no tidal swing due to Lake Mead being a reservoir, but boat traffic will pick up quick with the heat, so getting out before the crowds pays off.

The bass bite is deepening as water te...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 11th, 2025.

Today’s shaping up hot with air temps north of 100 degrees. At Lake Mead, that means smart fishing means early mornings and late evenings—midday is for the lizards and the sun worshippers, not the anglers. Sunrise hit at 5:22 AM and you’ll see sunset at 7:56 PM. There’s no true tide in the lake, but wind can make water push and pull—watch for breezy periods that’ll stack up baitfish and stir up a bite.

The morning bite is best. Bass action has m...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 11, 2025.

We’re looking at a classic early-summer pattern on Lake Mead, Nevada. Temperatures have been topping 100 degrees, so the best action is definitely happening in the cooler early morning and late evening hours. This morning, sunrise was at 5:22 a.m. and sunset will clock in around 7:54 p.m., giving you plenty of daylight to work with if you plan it right. There’s no tidal influence on Lake Mead since it’s a reservoir, so you can focus fully on time of day and shade lines.

A...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your June 11, 2025 Lake Mead fishing report, straight from the desert’s blue heart.

We kicked off the day under a neon sunrise at 5:22 a.m., with the mercury already climbing toward triple digits as we roll into summer. Expect afternoon highs just above 100°F, but a dry breeze should keep things tolerable until sunset at 7:55 p.m. There’s no tidal change here, just good old-fashioned wind and sun dictating fish behavior.

If you want bites, you gotta beat the heat. The action is best early or late, with both mo...

# Lake Mead Fishing Report - June 7, 2025

Howdy anglers! Artificial Lure here with your weekend fishing update for Lake Mead. It's shaping up to be another scorcher with temperatures already pushing past 100 degrees, so you'll want to get out early or plan for evening fishing.

The bass bite has been shifting deeper as the water warms. Black bass are hitting drop-shot rigs with creature baits and deep-diving crankbaits in the 20-30 foot range. For the best largemouth action, check out the weedy shorelines near Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor. The fish are following their typical summer pattern...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, June 6th, 2025. We’re rolling into another hot June weekend, and the bite’s been dynamic—let’s dive in.

Sunrise hit at 5:21 AM this morning, with sunset set for 8:00 PM. No tides on Lake Mead since it’s a desert reservoir, but the daily wind and water level swings have a similar effect on fish activity. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reported water temps climbing into the low 80s, and daytime highs soaring well over 100°F. That means the best fishing is happening early morning and...

Hey there anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 4, 2025.

We're looking at another scorcher today with temperatures already pushing past 100 degrees by midmorning. Sunrise was at 5:23 AM, and we'll have sunset tonight at 8:01 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours to get those lines wet.

Water conditions at Lake Mead are a bit unusual right now. The bass are in what I'm calling a "total mess" phase - some are up on beds, some protecting fry, and others aren't thinking about spawning at all. This mixed-up pattern is likely due to...

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for June 1, 2025.

We're looking at a scorcher today with temperatures already climbing past 100 degrees, so plan on hitting the water early morning or late evening for your best chances. Sunrise was around 5:30 AM with sunset expected around 7:45 PM.

The bass bite has gotten tougher recently as the fish have moved to deeper water due to the heat. Black bass are hitting drop-shot rigs with creature baits and deep-diving crankbaits. The most productive areas have been the weedy shorelines near Calville Bay and Hemenway...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Saturday, May 31, 2025.

We’re heading into another scorcher out here—expect afternoon highs pushing past 100 degrees, so the name of the game is early mornings and late evenings if you want to stay comfortable and find active fish. Sunrise was at 5:32 AM, and you’ll have till about 7:34 PM before the sun dips out. No tides to worry about on the lake, but wind gusts could pick up in the afternoon, so anchor down or plan to be off the water before the heat peaks.

Striped bass a...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, May 30, 2025.

Sunrise came in early at 5:30 this morning, and sunset will light up the sky until about 7:45 tonight—plenty of time for lines in the water, but with daytime highs topping 100 degrees, the best fishing is definitely in the early hours or just before dusk. As always, make sure you’re packing lots of water and sun protection; the desert sun doesn’t mess around.

Lake Mead isn’t tidal, so no need to worry about tides shifting your plans. Water levels have remained steady this wee...

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

The sun's already making its presence known this morning, rising at about 5:25 AM, and we'll have daylight until around 7:50 PM tonight. Temperatures are climbing into the high 90s today, so bring plenty of water and sunscreen if you're heading out.

Lake Mead's been showing some interesting patterns lately. The stripers have been absolutely on fire these past couple weeks. Since mid-May, the striper bite has been consistently hot[1][2], which is great news for those of you targeting these fighters. They're...

LAKE MEAD FISHING REPORT - May 26, 2025
By Artificial Lure, Local Angling Expert

Good morning, anglers! It's another scorching day at Lake Mead with temperatures already pushing toward the century mark. We're looking at clear skies and light winds today, perfect for getting out on the water early.

Sunrise was at 5:23 AM and sunset will be at 7:52 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to work with. No tidal concerns here at our inland reservoir, but water levels remain stable compared to last week.

The fishing pattern has shifted these past couple weeks, folks. Bass...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Sunday, May 25, 2025. We’re rolling into another blazing desert day with the mercury pushing above 100 degrees, so the best bite is coming early in the morning or late in the evening. Today’s sunrise was just after 5:30 AM and sunset will settle in around 7:45 PM, giving you long daylight hours to chase those fish. With Lake Mead being a reservoir, we don’t have tidal swings to worry about, so focus on the weather and timing.

The striped bass bite remains the headliner across the lake...

Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Saturday fishing report for Lake Mead on this hot May 24th, 2025.

The sun's already been up since about 5:30 this morning and won't set until around 7:45 tonight, giving you plenty of daylight hours to get on the water. But let me tell ya, with temperatures climbing well above 100 degrees these days, you'll want to plan your fishing for early morning or late evening unless you enjoy baking out there.

Water levels have been holding steady on the lake, and since we're talking about an inland reservoir, there's no tidal...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your local Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, May 23, 2025.

Lake Mead is heating up fast, with daytime highs topping 100 degrees this week. That means the best fishing has been in the early mornings right around sunrise, which hit at about 5:23 a.m. today, and again in the late evening as the sun sets close to 7:45 p.m. Winds are light so far this morning, and the skies are mostly clear—perfect conditions to hit the water before the real heat settles in.

Striped bass remain the main attraction and th...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

We’re moving into late May and Lake Mead waters are warming up nicely. Sunrise hit at about 5:26 AM this morning and sunset will be around 7:42 PM. Weather is sitting comfy in the high 70s to mid 80s with light winds, making for ideal boating and casting conditions.

No tides to report since we’re on freshwater, but water levels are stable and clarity is fair throughout the main lake and coves.

Fish activity is buzzing. Stripers are the stars right now, espe...

LAKE MEAD FISHING REPORT - May 19, 2025

Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Monday morning fishing report for Lake Mead. The sun rose about 5:30 this morning and will set around 7:45 tonight, giving you plenty of daylight to get on the water.

With temperatures already climbing above 100 degrees in recent days, you'll want to plan your fishing early morning or late evening for the most comfortable and productive experience. The water level has been stable, but there's no significant tidal action to report on our inland reservoir.

The big story continues to be the...

This is Artificial Lure, checking in with your Lake Mead fishing report for May 18, 2025.

The desert sun is already making itself known, with today pushing above 100 degrees by midday. Weather remains hot, dry, and mostly clear, with just a gentle morning breeze—typical spring conditions here. Sunrise is right around 5:44 am and sunset hits about 7:32 pm. With no tides to worry about on the lake, anglers should focus on those early morning and late evening windows before the heat really settles in[4].

Striped bass are definitely the big news this week. They’re biting well, especially on l...

Good morning anglers this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Mead fishing report for Saturday May 17th 2025.

We are heading into another hot May weekend out here at Lake Mead with temperatures climbing above the century mark by midday. Sunrise was just after 540 am and sunset is set for a little after 740 pm so you have a solid window of prime fishing early and late. There is no tidal influence on Lake Mead since it is a freshwater reservoir.

The bass bite has proven challenging this week as the largemouth and smallmouth are pushing into deeper...

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Friday, May 16, 2025.

The heat's really kicking in now, folks, with temperatures climbing well above 100 degrees. If you're heading out today, you'll want to stick to early morning or late evening fishing. Sunrise was around 5:30 AM, and sunset will be just after 7:30 PM, giving you those golden hours to work with.

The fish have been responding to the heat by moving deeper. The bass bite has been tougher this past week as they've shifted to deeper water. If you're targeting bass, try working the...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Mead fishing report for Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

We continue to see classic May desert heat out here, with daytime highs soaring over 100 degrees. Expect clear skies and steady sunshine. Sunrise is right around 5:33 AM and sunset at 7:39 PM, so your best windows are early mornings and late evenings when the fish are most active and the heat is less punishing[1][4].

Water temps are warming quickly, pushing many species deeper during the day. Black bass fishing has been described as good, but the bite is tougher now that...

Good morning from Lake Mead, this is Artificial Lure with your fresh fishing report for Monday, May 12, 2025. We're deep into our early summer pattern now, with temperatures already climbing well into the triple digits by mid-morning. If you're heading out today, you'll want to be on the water early – sunrise was at about 5:38 am and sunset will be around 7:36 pm, giving you those prime cooler hours to work with.

Weather-wise, we're looking at another hot and dry day with clear skies and just a light breeze – typical desert conditions for this time of year. No tides to worry abou...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Mead fishing report for Sunday, May 11, 2025.

It is heating up quick here in southern Nevada, with daytime highs well past the 100-degree mark and classic cloudless desert skies. We are seeing those real summer patterns kick in, so plan on hitting the water early or late in the evening. Sunrise is around 5:44 am and sunset is 7:32 pm, giving you good windows to fish during those cooler hours. No tides to worry about—just keep an eye out for the breeze, which has been light and steady lately, making for co...

Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, May 10, 2025 fishing report for Lake Mead and the surrounding southern Nevada waters.

Sunrise this morning came at 5:45 AM with sunset expected around 7:35 PM, giving you a broad window despite the desert heat cranking up fast. We’re seeing mostly sunny skies, calm winds, and daytime temps already clearing 100 degrees by midday. Plan to fish early or late to beat the heat and catch the most active fish. There is no significant tidal swing on Lake Mead since it’s a reservoir, so water level changes are mostly due to releases and inflow, but...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your fresh Lake Mead fishing report for May 9th, 2025.

Folks, we're seeing some real desert heat kicking in early this year. Temperatures continue to climb above 100 degrees, so adjust your fishing schedule accordingly. Your best chances are coming during the early morning hours or late evening when the water's a bit cooler.

Striped bass action remains solid this week. They're still hitting live shad and cut anchovies consistently, with three-inch silver swimbaits proving to be an effective alternative if you can't get bait. Kastmasters and Jumpin Minnows are also...

Good morning from Lake Mead, folks, this is Artificial Lure bringing you the latest fishing update for May 7, 2025.

The desert heat is really kicking in early this week, with temperatures climbing well above 100 degrees by midday. Because of the heat, the best fishing action is happening during the cooler early mornings and late evenings. Sunrise today was just before 6:15 AM, and sunset will be around 7:20 PM, so you’ve got plenty of time to get out there during those prime cooler periods.

Water levels in Lake Mead remain a bit lower than usual, pushing some species de...

Good morning, Lake Mead anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for Monday, May 5, 2025.

Another hot desert day is upon us with temperatures expected to hit triple digits by midday. It's currently clear skies with just a light breeze – perfect early morning conditions before the heat kicks in. No tides to worry about on our freshwater paradise, but you'll want to time your fishing with the cooler hours. Sunrise was at 5:43 am and sunset will be around 7:33 pm tonight.

The heat pattern continues to push our fish deeper, folks. Over the weekend, both largemouth and sm...

Good morning from Lake Mead, this is Artificial Lure with your fresh fishing report for May 4, 2025.

Folks, we're continuing to see that desert heat cranking up early this year. Today's looking to hit around 89 degrees by mid-afternoon, with a gentle breeze from the southeast at about 5-8 mph. Sunrise was at 5:43 AM, and we'll see sunset tonight at 7:32 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours on the water.

Lake Mead's water temperature has climbed to 72 degrees in the shallows, pushing a lot of the bass action deeper as we move into this early summer pattern. The...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Mead fishing report for Saturday, May 3, 2025.

We’re seeing classic early May conditions around the lake. Sunrise was at 5:45 AM and sunset rolls in at 7:35 PM, giving anglers a long window for action. The weather is shaping up warm and dry, with temperatures climbing past 100 degrees by midday, so the best bites are happening in the cooler early mornings and just before dusk. Expect mostly sunny skies and calm winds—ideal for working both the shore and open water.

Striped bass are the star of the show this week. Anglers are...

Good morning from Lake Mead, this is Artificial Lure with your fresh fishing report for May 2, 2025.

The desert’s heating up fast and we’re already seeing those triple-digit temperatures, so it’s best to hit the water early or wait until just before sunset. Sunrise today is around 5:44 am, and sunset’s set for 7:32 pm, giving you a sweet window to fish during cooler hours. No tides to worry about here, but the weather has been hot, dry, and clear, with just a light breeze—classic Lake Mead spring conditions.

Bass fishing has gotten a bit tough...