Updated October 15, 2026
    Access point

    Dam Areaon Bridgeport Reservoir

    Often holds deep fish and provides good access.
    Bridgeport Reservoir reportDirections38.2380°N, 119.1800°W

    Conditions right now

    No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.

    Weather now
    45°F
    Clear Sky, wind 3 mph SE
    Bite report · week of Oct 4

    Current conditions: Overcast

    1. 01Current conditions: Overcast, 57°F, 3 mph S wind, 29% humidity.
    2. 02Lake levels are anticipated to be low for early fall, potentially affecting access to boat launches and docks. Anglers should check conditions before heading out.
    3. 03Focus remains on subsurface presentations as cooling water temperatures drive fish deeper.
    4. 04Midges, leeches, damsel nymphs, and Mysis shrimp are the primary food sources trout are keying in on.
    5. 05Trophy Brown and Rainbow Trout will be actively feeding in preparation for winter and potential spawning activities.

    What to tie on at Dam Area

    Picked from recent reports for this stretch.

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    Balanced Leech (Black)

    #14#16

    Leeches are a staple forage for predatory trout in stillwaters like Bridgeport Reservoir, and a balanced presentation under an indicator is highly effective as water temperatures cool in the fall.

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    Woolly Bugger (Olive)

    #4#6#8

    A versatile and essential streamer pattern for lake fishing, the olive Woolly Bugger imitates leeches and baitfish, which are consistent food sources for aggressive trout in the fall.

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    Mysis Shrimp (Nymph)

    #14#16#18

    As a large reservoir, Mysis shrimp are a crucial and consistent food source for Bridgeport Reservoir trout year-round. Fishing this pattern dead drift near the bottom can be incredibly effective for subsurface feeders.

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    Chironomid Pupa (Black)

    #14#16

    Chironomids (midges) are a primary food source in stillwaters like Bridgeport Reservoir, especially in fall. This black pupa pattern effectively mimics the abundant midge pupae that trout will be actively feeding on subsurface.

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    Zebra Midge (Black)

    #20#22#24

    Midges remain a consistent food source in cold water. A black Zebra Midge is a year-round staple for enticing finicky trout in stillwaters, fished deep under an indicator.

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    Blood Dot Egg

    #10#12#14

    Fall is spawning season for some trout species. Egg patterns like the Blood Dot Egg are highly effective for opportunistic trout keying into this protein-rich food source.

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    Damsel Nymph (Olive)

    #14#16#18

    Damsel nymphs become active in late spring and can remain present into the fall, making this olive pattern effective when stripped slowly along weed beds and attracting cruising trout.

    California season by season

    What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.

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