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Mexico's Lake El Salto
Is A Bass Fishing Heaven - Follow These Tips To Your Next Double Digit
Catch! by Dean Caporella
In the bass fishing world,
a trip to Mexico is a must and if you want to almost guarantee yourself
a certain catch, then Lake El Salto should be your first port of call.
Why? Well, Lake El Salto has developed a reputation as just about the best
bass fishing lake in the world, and for good reason!
Bass was introduced to El
Salto over two decades ago and the result, a lake full of fish ready to
be caught! Apart from being one of the most picturesque locations you'll
come across, Lake El Salto, situated within close proximity to Mazatlan
and close to the Sierra Madre mountain range, has an ideal temperature
range and all the right ingredients for bass to flourish. And flourish
they have!
El Salto's Monsters
There's an old saying...
size matters and El Salto's reputation for producing monster bass is one
good reason why anglers flock there in droves across the border from the
US. There is a strong emphasis on trophy fishing; being able to tell your
buddies you "snagged" the big one and better still, producing the photo
proof of your catch.
The season at El Salto runs
for approximately nine months. It officially "casts off" on October 1st.
and runs right through until the end of June. This period produces a great
number of visiting anglers all after their trophy catch. Experts will tell
you the best time to land a monster is following the spawning season which
usually takes place from December through until March. The "fish tale"
giants have usually been landed following the big spawn from April through
until season close at June's end.
El Salto Tours
There is a term used in bass
fishing which is simply double digit. It's music to the ears of most serious
anglers because landing a double digit bass will land you short term fame
and bragging rights. Best of all, you'll forever have the licence to "spin
the yarn" about the time you hooked a double digit bass in Mexico, provided
you've kept the photo, of course!
Visitors are always welcome
at Lake El Salto and there are several fishing tour companies which provide
either a sole El Sato experience or include it as part of a fishing itinerary.
As an example, a two day package would set you back about $500 and the
value you receive is excellent. All meals, transport to the lake and back
to your accomodation which is also usually included in the price, drinks
and boat guides who are conversant in both english and spanish and not
to mention your fishing license. That's a pretty good deal in anyone's
language.
Lake El Salto is a bass fishing
heaven. In fact, in 2002, a fish nearing 20 pounds was landed on the lake.
It's reputation as a breeding ground for monsters continues to grow.
About the Author
Dean Caporella is a professional
broadcaster. Where's the best place on the planet to catch double digit
bass? Lake El Salto of course! Become a bass fishing success with news,
tips and techniques. at: http://www.bassfishingheaven.com
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