Catching the Spotlight

Kai Chiba caught 2 Bass out of lake 1 while on a recent fishing trip with his Dad. He caught one using a baitcaster with a topwater lure. This was his first catch with this setup. Great job Kai!

Marci Pou caught 4 Catfish during our first night fishing event. One of the Cats was tagged and Marci won a $25 East County Bait & Tackle giftcard.

Travis Koopman from Lakeside caught a Catfish out of lake 3 using mackerel.

Friends Bryan and Gene fished the night fishing event and caught a few cats out of lake 4 on mackerel and chicken liver.

Santee Lakes is open EVERYDAY for fishing!

Get ready for STOCKZILLA! This is a Mega Catfish Stock

Event scheduled for October 1st & 2nd.

Lake Lowdown

Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 19th. Surprise Pop’s and take him to the Lakes for some fishing and a BBQ.

Upcoming Events:

Night Fishing: June 23 July 7, 21 August 4, 18
Santee Firefighters Catfish Derby: June 25th
California State License NOT required! Just purchase a Santee Lakes daily fishing permit and start catching fish.

Fishing Permit Fees

Adult (ages 16 & older) $9.00 per day
Junior & Senior $6.00 per day (15 & under; 60 & older)
1/2 Price Fishing Days $3.00-$4.50 (select dates)
Extra Pole Stamp (max. 2 poles) $4.00 per day
Junior Bass Pass (15 & under, catch & release)