For those planning to hit the Colorado River near Las Vegas today, here’s what you need to know:

The weather is looking perfect, with clear skies, a high of around 78°F, and a low of 58°F. Sunrise is at 6:43 AM, and sunset will be at 5:00 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to enjoy your fishing trip.

There are no tidal reports for the Colorado River, as it is a freshwater river. However, the water conditions are ideal, with recent stockings of rainbow trout making the fishing very active. Just two days ago, on November 22, 900 rainbow trout were released at the Willow Beach Fishing Pier[2][4].

Striped bass are also abundant in this area. Trolling umbrella rigs or Alabama rigs has been highly effective for catching striped bass, with some recent catches weighing up to 28 pounds[5].

For trout, the best lures include a variety of baits such as powerbait, nightcrawlers, and small spinners. For striped bass, trolling with umbrella rigs or using crankbaits and jigs near rocky drop-offs and shelves can be very productive.

Hot spots include the Willow Beach area, where the recent trout stocking has made it a prime location for catching rainbow trout. Another good spot is the rocky drop-offs and shelves on the Nevada side of the Lake Mohave dam, which are producing nice smallmouth bass[5].

Overall, the conditions are excellent, and with the right gear and knowledge, you should have a great day of fishing on the Colorado River near Las Vegas.