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You are forgetting Lake Elsinore, Southern Californias’ largest natural Lake. Full pool after a decade of low water, this lake is full and will go off for a couple of years. Endless Treetops and Topwater.

That 12 volt motor will not last long, if used often, mostly at full speed. I was getting 6-8 months out of my Minn-Kotas before the Rheostat gave out. I went to a 36 volt Saltwater model. The 36 v is way more efficient and the infinite speed feature is robust and makes fishing in the wind easier. I go all day on three small 35ahr 12 volt Lion Batteries hooked up in series for 36 volts. They charge overnight with a 10 amp automatic Lion charger. This setup lasted 5 years of 3 times a week Bass Sessions at our local Lake. Cheaper(and much faster)in the end.

You really shouldn’t go to Tahoe without some way to access the waters. Float Tube/Kayak for the Keys, Kayak/Skiff for the Main lake. Otherwise shore fishing is very limited. On the other hand, the Cutthroat in Pyramid cruise the shorelines chasing huge Minnows. Much better experience, no license required. Quality Trout. Throw 3/4 oz Spoons, or Bobber and Flies, Swimbaits. Cruise the shoreline in your car, look for Parking lots with Fishermen. Fish are near.