Quarry Lakes
Alameda County, CA Trout, Bass, Catfish, Sunfish, Carp
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Fishing at Quarry Lakes

Quarry Lakes Recreation Area, located in the Bay Area, features three lakes formed from old gravel quarries (hence the name).The standout is Horseshoe Lake, regularly stocked with rainbow trout by the CDFW during the cooler months. It also boasts an excellent warm water fishery, home to both largemouth and smallmouth bass, along with catfish, bluegill, and carp. Only non-gas-powered boats, either...

Quarry Lakes Recreation Area, located in the Bay Area, features three lakes formed from old gravel quarries (hence the name).The standout is Horseshoe Lake, regularly stocked with rainbow trout by the CDFW during the cooler months. It also boasts an excellent warm water fishery, home to both largemouth and smallmouth bass, along with catfish, bluegill, and carp. Only non-gas-powered boats, either electric or manually operated, are permitted, with a modest launch area available.

Horseshoe Lake’s neighbor, Rainbow Lake, is open for fishing, though it doesn't receive the same attention or regular stockings as Horseshoe. Lago Los Osos serves as a wildlife preserve and is strictly off-limits for fishing.

Be aware that there are fees associated with both day use and boat launching. Also, the use of lead weights is prohibited at all times.

Species:
Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Bluegill
Fish Stocking:
Catfish stocked 2 weeks ago - View Schedule
Boating / Access:
Elector motors are okay. Kayaks and Canoes okay. No gas motors.

Latest Fishing Reports

No trout stocks since the end of March at Horseshoe, and the water temp is warming. Trout are still being caught, but successful anglers have targeted the deepest spots. A few bass have been caught shallow at both Horseshoe and Shinn, beginning their spawning patterns. Finesse and soft plastics have...

No trout stocks since the end of March at Horseshoe, and the water temp is warming. Trout are still being caught, but successful anglers have targeted the deepest spots. A few bass have been caught shallow at both Horseshoe and Shinn, beginning their spawning patterns. Finesse and soft plastics have been best.

Trout, Bass

Horseshoe received substantial trout stockings over the last couple weeks, both from the EBRPD and the CDFW. Lightening and lassen trout were in the mix. Powerbait has been the standard approach, but some are finding action on small spinners and eggs. There's also been a fair bass bite as the water...

Horseshoe received substantial trout stockings over the last couple weeks, both from the EBRPD and the CDFW. Lightening and lassen trout were in the mix. Powerbait has been the standard approach, but some are finding action on small spinners and eggs. There's also been a fair bass bite as the water warms, and a few giant carp were also reported.

Trout, Bass, Carp

Latest Stockings

Catfish CDFW
Mt. Lasson Trout - 1000 lb
Trout EBRPD
Horseshoe Lake
Trout CDFW

Other Nearby Reports

Plenty of action at Del Valle as the summer months approach. East Bay Parks have begun their catfish stockings, with the latest occurring during the week of June 16th. Shrimp...

Vaqueros is seeing a lot of striper action across the lake. A 10+-pounder was reportedly caught last week on the south end. Boaters are throwing jerkbaits, while shore-casters...

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