Arizona Fish Report
Lake Jennings Fish Report for 8-24-2020
Lake Jennings Fish Report for 8-24-2020
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Lake Jennings - Lakeside, CA (San Diego County)
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Photo Credit: Courtesy of Lake Jennings Staff
by Lake Jennings Staff
8-24-2020
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The lake is OPEN
Fridays, 3:00 p.m. to midnight
Saturdays and Sundays, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Stocking: Another 1,000 lbs. will added to the lake the week of August 24th bringing the total to 4,000 lbs. this season.
- What's the catch? Another good Friday of night fishing! Nikki Snyder and Russell Bradley reeled in a 72 lb. 11 oz. blue catfish on a rental boat in Half Moon Cove. Anglers were catching catfish all over the lake, many leaving with limits! Biggest producing spots were Half Moon Cove, Shadow Cove, and Cloister Cove. The cats are biting on mackerel and chicken liver. Bass were being reeled in near Eagle Cove, the t-dock, and the old boat launch. Anglers were using Roboworms and Watermelon Senkos. Sentry Cove and Hermits Cove were hot spots for bluegill this past weekend. The best baits for panfish are wax worms and meal worms.Our rangers recommend using #8 or #10 J-hooks on 4 to 6 pound test for panfish.
- Friday Night Fishing: We are on a regular schedule now! Every Friday night from 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. the lake will be open for night fishing. Full sized lanterns required after 8:00 p.m. Lake entrance gate closes at 10:00 p.m.
- Conditions: The water temperature is over 80 degrees and isn't on a cooling trend yet. For an up-to-date weather forecast in Lakeside click HERE.
- Campground News: Summer is winding down and long term campsites are available starting September 10th. We have full and partial hookups available and some even have a view of the lake! If you would like to know long term availability or have questions, please call (619) 596-1333.
- Help Wanted! The part-time Office Assistant position provides administrative and customer service-based support for the Lake and Campground Operations at Lake Jennings. Duties and responsibilities may include processing invoices, hours entry, bank deposits, assisting customers onsite or over the phone with reservations and questions, etc. We are also hiring for a part-time Assistant Maintenance Ranger to help maintain the cleanliness and security of the campground, lake and surrounding areas, in addition to facility maintenance and landscape work as needed at the campground and lake. For more information about job opportunities at Lake Jennings CLICK HERE.
- Kayak Rentals and Regulations: Lake Jennings has kayaks for rent! Kayak rentals are $10/hour or $30 for a partial day. Our 10 foot kayaks feature pole holders and comfortable seats. Launching your own kayak? The launch fee is $8/kayak. Your kayak must be a sit-in kayak and at least 10 feet long, not self-bailing and have seats for all persons inside. No sit-on top or inflatable kayaks are permitted.
- Lake COVID Regulations: Only one family unit in the bait shop at a time and everyone must wear a mask both in line and in the bait shop. Hand washing facilities are available at the bathrooms adjoining the bait shop. Please maintain social distancing at all times. Card payment is preferred. Please help us stay open by complying with these simple measures to keep our staff and the public safe.
- There is no day use or visitors permitted in the campground per county regulations. The campground is only open for registered campers. Please make a reservationbefore arriving at the campground. Thank you for your cooperation!
- We love receiving pictures from our fishermen and campers! If you have a picture to share, please send it to ranger@lakejennings.org and we may feature it in our newsletter or social media pages.
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