Stocking: The lake was stocked with 1,500 pounds of Rainbow Trout the week of March 2nd.   Due to a delay with our distributor, our next planned stocking is the week of March 23rd. Total trout stocked so far this season is 13,000 pounds from Idaho plus the addition of DFW stockings throughout the season.

What’s the Catch? Trout action will be the highlight this week, with this week’s stocking. Expect fish to be active and cruising, especially during the early morning and late afternoon hours. Water temperatures are holding steady, with surface temps around 70°F and dropping to about 65°F at depths of 50+ feet. These conditions are keeping trout suspended in the mid-water column, so targeting that zone has been key.

Top techniques include PowerBait and inflated nightcrawlers off the bottom in deeper water and trolling with small spoons or Rapalas along drop-offs. Try light line setups for more finicky bites as temps rise in the afternoon. 

During warm days, trout are starting to seek cooler, deeper pockets, so don’t be afraid to adjust your depth throughout the day.

Don’t forget to share your catch! Tag us on social media with #LakeJennings for a chance to be featured in our next report.

Conditions: The current water temperature is 70 degrees at the surface. The sun is rising at 6:45 a.m. and setting at 7:03 p.m.  The next new moon is April 17th.