Updated October 15, 2026
    Access point

    Shoreline Trail (East Side)on Convict Lake

    Provides good access to deeper water and structure from shore.
    Convict Lake reportDirections37.5950°N, 118.8400°W
    Bite report · week of Oct 4

    Consistent subsurface midge activity is expected

    1. 01Consistent subsurface midge activity is expected, a year-round staple for trout in cooling stillwaters.
    2. 02Sporadic Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches may occur on overcast afternoons, offering dry fly opportunities.
    3. 03Larger October Caddis can be present, attracting opportunistic trout seeking a substantial fall meal.
    4. 04Focus on points, submerged structure, and deeper drop-offs where trout actively cruise for food.
    5. 05Employ slow, deliberate retrieves with subsurface patterns to mimic sluggish prey in cold water.

    What to tie on at Shoreline Trail (East Side)

    Picked from recent reports for this stretch.

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    Chironomid Pupa (Black)

    #14#16

    Chironomids are a number one food source in lakes, and this pattern effectively mimics the abundant midge pupae that various trout species will be actively feeding on subsurface in the fall at Convict Lake.

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    Baetis Nymph

    #16#18#20#22

    Baetis nymphs are active year-round in stillwaters and become a primary food source during fall BWO hatch periods, making this an essential subsurface pattern for Convict Lake trout.

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    Balanced Leech (Black)

    #14#16

    Leeches are a primary food source for predatory fish in stillwaters year-round. This pattern is highly effective in fall, mimicking sluggish leeches that trout in Convict Lake will readily prey upon.

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    Mysis Shrimp

    #14#16#18

    Mysis shrimp are a consistent food source in large lakes and reservoirs like Convict Lake. Fishing this pattern dead drift near the bottom can be highly effective for subsurface feeders in fall.

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    Blood Dot Egg

    #10#12#14

    Fall is egg season for trout, and this pattern can be highly effective at Convict Lake, mimicking a natural food source or a high-calorie offering for stocked fish.

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    Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) Comparadun

    #18#20#22#24

    Blue-Winged Olives are actively hatching in fall, especially on overcast days. This low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective trout at Convict Lake feeding on emergers and adults.

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    October Caddis (Dry)

    #6#8#10

    October Caddis are a large fall hatch in many western waters, providing a substantial meal for opportunistic trout in Convict Lake.

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    Pine Squirrel Leech (Olive)

    #14#16

    Small leech patterns effectively mimic sluggish baitfish and annelids in cold water, enticing strikes from larger, lethargic trout in Convict Lake during the fall.

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