Fresh News Report from MarDon Resort
Pete Fisher photo - Brett Fisher of Enumclaw with a nice Rainbow Trout caught from the shore at MarDon Resort. Brett was using Power Bait and a crawler.
Pete Fisher photo - Habitat boxes are being built at MarDon Resort are almost ready to be dropped in the Potholes Reservoir. The boxes provide habitat for the panfish and a healthy baitfish population for bass, walleye, and trout.
The current water level on the Potholes reservoir is 1044.07 feet — slightly down from last week. The water temperature is in the low 40’s on the main Reservoir with considerably warmer water back in the sand dunes. The forecast this week calls for highs in the mid to upper 50’s so the water will continue to warm, which means the fish will become more active very soon.
We have had several reports of both walleye and smallmouth being caught this past week on the Potholes Reservoir as well as trout back in the Seep Lakes and on the Reservoir. We have heard of several largemouth being caught towards the dunes as well. The walleye and smallmouth are being caught on ½ oz. Blade Baits. The trout in the Seep Lakes are being caught on Glitter Mallows, Power Bait, and or worms. Not much happening off the MarDon Dock yet — but it will be picking up soon for trout and crappie as the water temp rises. Many of the Seep Lakes on the Wildlife Refuge will be opening April 1, providing the opportunity for some outstanding trout, bass and panfish fishing. If you don’t have a current fishing license — stop by the MarDon store and pick one up.
Approximately 85 habitat boxes are being built this week. The boxes help ensure many generations of family fishing for perch, crappie, and bluegills. In turn, these fisheries provide wonderful sport for us, and just as importantly, these panfish fisheries provide a necessary food source for Bass, Walleye, and Trout. For more information on our project go to www.cwfac.org. If you would like to help improve fishing on the Potholes Reservoir, you may donate money or donate items to be used in one of our event raffles: the Rod Meseberg Walleye Classic, Northwest Bass Tournament and the MarDon Resort Dock Tournament.
We are still on our winter rate schedule. Come visit us for some good fishing at a great price! We are also running our Spring Break Special March 23 through April 15. Stay three nights and pay for only two.
Call the MarDon Store for the latest fishing info and to make reservations at 509-346-2651.