Trout Bite Holds Strong at Bluewater Lake
Fishing at Bluewater Lake continues to deliver impressive results for trout anglers, with strong action reported through the first week of April. As the spring bite stays consistent, anglers have found success with a variety of lures—most notably Rooster Tail spinners and, more recently, orange butterfly lures.
On March 28, young anglers Westtin Dibble and Ben Pilcher (pictured in this week’s edition) hauled in eight rainbow trout during a family fishing trip with their grandfather and Uncle Monte. Their catches, all made on orange butterfly lures, are a sign that trout are still actively feeding in shallow zones around the lake.
Fishing for rainbow trout remains VERY GOOD, with fish responding well to both flash and scent-based lures. So far this spring, the most effective baits and lures have included:
• Rooster Tail spinners
• Orange butterfly lures
• Garlic-Scented Power-Bait
• Chartreuse Power Eggs
• Chrome Kastmasters These lures continue to prove reliable as water temperatures rise and fish metabolism increases, prompting more aggressive feeding behavior.
As of April 7, Bluewater Lake is holding approximately 10,240 acre-feet of water, according to the latest USGS water survey. This slight dip from the previous week is normal for the season and still reflects healthy spring lake levels that support active trout movement and angler access around the shoreline.
No new stockings have been recorded since 6,000-rainbow trout were added on March 10, but the current population remains strong thanks to low angling pressure in winter and consistent early-spring activity. Trout are still being caught at a high rate, particularly in the mornings and early evenings.
Grants Riverwalk Pond Quiet, but Recently Stocked
The Cibola Citizen received no angler reports from the Grants Municipal Pond this week, though the pond was stocked on March 25 with 74 triploid rainbow trout. The fish, averaging just over 10 inches, should still be active and present. For best results, try light tackle with PowerBait or small spinners during cooler hours of the day, according to New Mexico fishing manuals.