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Archived report. Published April 8, 2026 and superseded by a newer report.
FreshwaterCalifornia · Sacramento Delta· April 8, 2026Hot bite

Delta Bass Fishing is Absolute Fire Right Now

Pre-spawn and spawning largemouth bass are feeding aggressively throughout the California Delta. Tule berms and riprap producing quality fish.

CURRENT CONDITIONS
62°F
Water temp · 7-day
Waxing Gibbous
Moon phase
Tidal freshwater — moving water best
Tide / flow
Sunny and warm, light delta breeze, 74°F
Weather

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What's biting

Hot
Largemouth Bass
Flipping jigs to tule berms
Active
Striped Bass
Trolling deep divers in channels
Active
Bluegill
Worms under bobber

What's next

This is the week Delta bass anglers wait for all year. Water temps are ideal for the spawn. Focus on the back of sloughs and protected tule banks. Big females are shallow and hungry.

Context

The California Delta is the #1 bass fishery on the West Coast, hosting dozens of national tournaments annually.

Synthesized from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.

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