What is the best trolling speed for kokanee?
.8 to 1.8 mph
Trolling Speeds & Tactics Much slower speeds are used when trolling for Kokanee, unlike when fishing for Rainbow Trout where the average speed is over 2mph. Speeds for Kokanee range from . 8 to 1.8 mph. Kokanee tend to follow your gear for miles around the lake until something changes.
What is the best time to fish for kokanee?
The best time of day to catch kokanee for most of the year is the early morning and late afternoon. Kokanee, like trout, prefer to feed during reduced light time windows. That said, kokanee will feed all day long and will prefer water temperatures in the 44° to 59° degrees, with 54° degrees being ideal.
What size hooks for kokanee?
Small hooks of around a Size 10 or ideal for the smallest baits, while a bigger hook even as large as a No. 1 might fit the bill for a larger bait. While kokanee might practically yank the rod out of the holder while trolling, these fish are subtle biters with bait.
What lures to use for Kokanee?
Popular Kokanee baits are Pink Maggots (real or synthetic), dyed-cured shrimp and dyed-cured White Shoepeg Corn. Be sure not to put too much bait on the hook as it will take away from the lure’s action. Once piece of corn or 2 small maggots on each hook is adequate.
How far behind the downrigger should the lure be?
a rule of thumb is the deeper you go with the downrigger, the closer the lure can be to the ball. I have seen fish on the graph actually swim up to the ball to look at it. When laker fishing, you can put the lure 10 feet behind the ball.
How do you catch Kokanee salmon from shore?
Kokanee salmon can be caught without a boat by trolling from the shore or by jigging from a dock or hole in the ice. Kokanee salmon are difficult to catch without a boat in the summer due to warm water. Cooler waters allow kokanee to come closer to the surface improving the odds of a boatless catch.
What’s the best way to fish with a downrigger?
Leadcore, weights and divers can help you get to the depths required to catch fish, but consistency can be an issue. Downriggers are obviously the most proficient way to work the thermocline effectively. They put you at the exact depth you require, and with downriggers, you can fish multiple rods and lures.
Do you have to have downriggers to catch kokanee?
So many people miss out on the thrill of catching kokanee because they hear that you need to troll with downriggers. Downriggers certainly make the job easier but they are not required for success. If you want to consistently fill your stringer with kokanee, then I suggest you read on.
When is the best time to use a downrigger?
Targeting lakes during the summer months can be rewarding. However, fishing deep water requires special equipment. Leadcore, weights and divers can help you get to the depths required to catch fish, but consistency can be an issue. Downriggers are obviously the most proficient way to work the thermocline effectively.
How big of a thermocline do you need for a downrigger?
Downriggers are obviously the most proficient way to work the thermocline effectively. They put you at the exact depth you require, and with downriggers, you can fish multiple rods and lures. A typical thermocline for trout and kokanee is 20- to 60-feet.