Soaring Stripers and Bountiful Bass on the Colorado River Las Vegas [140 characters]

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Colorado River Las Vegas fishing report for Friday, May 9th, 2025.

Spring is firing on all cylinders along the river and anglers are seeing steady action this week. The weather’s near perfect for fishing, with early morning temps in the mid 60s, climbing to around 80 degrees by mid-afternoon. Skies are mostly clear and just a light breeze is expected, which makes for easy casting from shore or boat. Sunrise was at 5:38 am, and sunset will be at 7:32 pm, giving you a solid window of daylight to hunt down your limit. There are no tides to worry about up here, but do pay attention to water releases from Davis Dam, especially through the morning and mid-day. When the river level rises, fish move into current breaks, as well as shoreline structure and coves, looking for easier meals[1][2].

Fishing has been strong for multiple species lately. Striped bass action is picking up, particularly in the cooler hours just after sunrise and again at dusk. Reports from above and below Laughlin have anglers landing stripers up to five pounds. Best baits lately have been cut anchovies and silver swimbaits. If you’re throwing lures, Jumpin’ Minnows and Kastmasters are both producing well, especially when working deeper runs and drop-offs. Covering water has been key to finding active schools[1][2].

Largemouth and smallmouth bass are holding closer to rocky points and submerged brush. Soft plastics in green pumpkin and natural shad colors are reliable, and a slow, steady retrieve is working best. Trout are still showing, mostly near the dam. Anglers drifting PowerBait or salmon eggs are having success, particularly in deeper, cooler pockets[1].

For hot spots, make sure to check out Community Park and below Davis Dam for stripers. Both these areas are seeing the most consistent bite. If you’re after bass, focus on coves with submerged structure around Katherine Landing and the stretches just downstream from Laughlin[1].

That wraps up the report for today. Conditions are prime, the river’s alive, and the fish are hungry. Get out early, bring some cut bait and a selection of shiny lures, and you’re likely to find action. Tight lines and see you on the water!