Taking up trout fishing again... need some starting tips

Hi All,

I used to fish trout with my pop when I was a kid, and now would like
to take it up again recreationally. I will be mainly fishing from
shore at various lakes in California, angling for rainbow trout. My
current configuration is:

5 or 6 foot light rod
spinning reel with 4lb test
#10 and #14 bronze hooks

I'm thinking of using three way swivels- a 2oz weight on one and a
light lure on the other, about 3 feet on each line.

Would I then just cast this off and take the sinker to the bottom and
wait for a hit? Or should I get weighted spinners and cast and
retrieve?

Thanks folks!
Paul