cantevencatchabluegill14

Earlier you had mentioned that moving up to a longer drive could open up more opportunities. What would be my best bet within 1 1/2 to 2 hours? Thank you a lot for taking the time to respond and sharing your advice!

My tackle is a mix of cheap medium power, Walmart combos under 6ft, and a Lews medium heavy baitcaster 7'. I think an 8ft medium power Daiwa rod with 3/4 oz to 2 oz lure rating. And an ugly stick ultra light fast action rod I've been using for trout this past season.

I have fished ElDo a few times, with zero luck. Do you have any suggestions about techniques or lures?

I'm new to bass fishing, and I have had virtually no luck. I'm 90% sure it's purely because I don't do it as much as I'd like to, but I'd love to get recommendations about good places to fish within an hour's drive of the Long Beach/Los Angeles area. Anything at all is appreciated. Thank you.