Millerton Lake
California Bass, Catfish, Crappie, Sunfish, Trout
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Fishing at Millerton Lake

Millerton Lake is teeming with a diverse population of bass: largemouth, smallmouth, spotted, and even stripers. With its abundant shoreline habitat and a nine-month growing season, Millerton has earned its status as an elite bass fishery. However, due to its reputation and proximity to major populated areas, the lake can become crowded, especially during warmer months. Plan your trips with care...

Millerton Lake is teeming with a diverse population of bass: largemouth, smallmouth, spotted, and even stripers. With its abundant shoreline habitat and a nine-month growing season, Millerton has earned its status as an elite bass fishery.

However, due to its reputation and proximity to major populated areas, the lake can become crowded, especially during warmer months. Plan your trips with care, aiming for early mornings, late evenings, or weekdays when possible. Also, remember that low water levels can pose challenges in accessing certain areas during dry years.

Species:
Spotted Bass, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Striped Bass, Channel Catfish, Crappie, Rainbow Trout
Trophy Fish
  • Striped Bass: 62.8 lb - 2009
  • Largemouth Bass 7.59 lb - 2006
Boating / Access:
Open to all boating
Geography:
Max Depth: 319 ft
Surface Area: 4,900 acres
Surface Elevation: 561 ft

Latest Fishing Reports

Bass are finally starting to get active and move shallow at Millerton. Spotted bass have been most aggressive, but largemouth are also heating up as they move into late pre-spawn and bedding behaviors. Slow-moving finesse baits have been best, as the water temperature is still cold enough to keep...

Bass are finally starting to get active and move shallow at Millerton. Spotted bass have been most aggressive, but largemouth are also heating up as they move into late pre-spawn and bedding behaviors. Slow-moving finesse baits have been best, as the water temperature is still cold enough to keep fish slightly hesitant. Soft plastics (dropshot, Senko) and small swimbaits specifically.

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Other Nearby Reports

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