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Shrimp & Mackerel Score Easy Cat Limits

Shrimp & Mackerel Score Easy Cat Limits

HESPERIA LAKE – Shrimp & Mackerel Score Easy Cat Limits

Stained water on July 11 kept visibility low, putting the bite on scent-soaked baits. Anglers fishing shrimp, mackerel, or nightcrawlers enhanced with a dash of “Homeless Stench” attractant from the store filled five-fish cat limits from first light through late afternoon.

Most anglers caught catfish in the 6–8 lbs range, and the day’s top stringer weighed 132 lbs. Hesperia Lake staff noted recent sightings of 15–19 lb fish prowling the deeper channels.

Productive water starts at the aerator line and stretches along the north-shore picnic tables. Cast a ½-oz Carolina rig into 8–12 ft or drop a two-hook high-low straight off the main dock when algae mats drift in. Refresh scent every 20 minutes since shrimp scent fades fast in warm water.

Night sessions run Friday and Saturday; pack a lantern, heavy net, and extra ice. The five-fish limit remains in effect, and the bite should hold as long as water temps stay in the mid-70s and the turbidity persists.

Devon Hammonds

Devon Hammonds

Magic Fish Water

Devon Hammonds is the founder of Magic Fish Water, a Southern California brand born from hand-building scent formulas that turn trout and catfish bites into hooksets. Starting with proven attractants for local lakes and reservoirs, he has expanded into a full line of trout-specific gear while constantly testing and releasing new products dialed in for SoCal waters. With relentless on-the-water experimentation and a focus on what actually triggers strikes, Devon delivers scents and tackle that load strings with rainbows, keep rods bent on stocked fish, and give anglers the edge they need for consistent limits and banner days at the lake.

Get Magic Fish Water at https://magicfishwater.com/

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