Lake Wohlford press release 3/1/19

Date: 3/1/19
Park hours: 6:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. (Open seven days a week)

Dock closes: 5:30 P.M.

Last Plant: 1,500 lbs. of Rainbow Trout Tuesday February 19th.
Next Plant: 1,500 lbs. of Rainbow Trout Wednesday March 6th.
Water temperature: At surface 51.26 f., 8.46 D.O. @ 10’ 51.62 f., 8.29 D.O.
Water level: Low level, private water craft are currently banned.

Permit and Boat Rentals are sold at the Ranger Station. We do not sell fishing licenses, bait, or tackle, so anglers must acquire these essentials items elsewhere prior to their visit. All day motor boats are discounted to $20 for seniors (60+) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and for active military every Saturday.
Due to the threat of Quagga mussels, there is a ban on private water craft and equipment. Restricted equipment includes; private boats, canoes, kayaks, float tubes, trolling motors, fish finders, anchors, and other equipment that contacts the water.
The good news is the lake is finally starting to clear up and the trout bite is beginning to turn back on. The bad news is that more rain is in the forecast beginning this weekend. A window exists currently to catch some trout, but how long it remains open depends on the weather.
Catfish are a safer bet in the muddy water than trout, being less dependent on sight. They are often active on the east end where the runoff continues to flow in. Lake Wohlford cats prefer cut mackerel or chicken liver.
Crappie have been suspended deep near the West Buoy Line. They are most often caught using finger jigs or live golden shiners.
Each month Whopper Contest winners in four categories are awarded a free fishing and boating permit. For information on the contest or fishing conditions, please contact the Ranger Station at (760) 839-4346.
To view our current fish photos, visit our website at:
http://www.wohlfordlake.com
WHOPPER CONTEST WINNERS FOR FEBRUARY WERE:
ANTONIO RAMIREZ 13.40# CATFISH - TAYLOR ORTIZ 1.20# CRAPPIE
DANIEL WHITE 7.70# TROUT