BASS: Bass continue to bite regularly and are very active. The morning bite seems to produce the most activity. A lot of topwater frogs and spooks have been working great for the bigger bass hanging out in the weeds and moss. 4-5” plastic senkos have also been producing some notable catches.

BLUEGILL: The bluegill are very active being caught in all of the lakes. The bait of choice continues to be mealworms and redworms. With a bobber and a small hook these fish can be caught all day long. Keep in mind there is also a limit of 5 fish per fisherman.

Night Fishing (registered campers only, lakes 6&7)

** No California State Fishing License required to fish at Padre Dam’s Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve.

Fishing Permit Fees

• Adult (ages 16 and over) $8.00 per day
• Junior (ages 7 to 15) $5.00 per day
• Second fishing pole stamp $3.00
• *One child under 7 may fish for free with a paid adult

NEXT STOCK (stock will arrive on or before date below) July 3rd will be our next stock of 1000 lbs. of catfish

In the month of July we will be having two night fishing events held on July 16th and July 30th. On these nights with a valid night permit lakes 1-4 will be open until 11:30pm. Bring a lantern and bug spray. No radios allowed.