Crowley Trolling Report: May 7, 2026
Trolling during opener was the way to go and is always an effective way to fish Crowley Lake. The winner of the Berkeley Opening Day Tournament was an 8.4 Rainbow caught on the troll right outside the marina. Since opener the weather has been improving and looks to warm up in the coming weeks. As of today, the surface temperature is at around 54°F, and fish activity is on the rise and spread out around the lake. The best fishing has been from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, but don't be afraid to try some midday trolling a little deeper to find a big one and the evening bite can also be a good time!!
In order to be successful you have to think like a fish, don't just drag a lure behind your boat in open water. Think of where structures and flunctuations and depths might be located in order to find where the fish are feeding. Friendly reminder to check your lure often for weeds if your not getting hit within a reasonable amount of time. Lead core is the recommended but not the only method. Trolling down 3-5 colors or roughly 15-25ft has produced the most success. Keep your speeds somewhere between 1.5 - 3mph depending on your choice of lure. Good luck out there!
Top Spots
Between Alligator and Sandy Point
Sandy Point to the Willows
395 Run
Lifeguard to the dam (Try deeper on this run)
Don’t overlook the Chalk Bluffs (Try different depths on this run)
Top Lures:
Tasmanian Devils: Pinks, reds and bright colors (all sizes and styles have been effective)
Spoons of all kinds and Thomas Buoyants: (different fish patterns, pinks and bright colors) (all sizes and styles have been effective) Needlefish, Speedy Shiners, Crocodiles, Thomas Buoyants etc.
Rapalas and Flicker Shads: (different fish patterns, pinks and bright colors) Jointed and Countdown
It's been a great start to the season. Let's keep that going! Tight lines and good times my trolling friends!!
Vince Ortiz - Crowley Lake Fish Camp