Fishing at Calero Reservoir

Calero Reservoir is a popular recreational lake in Santa Clara County known for its excellent bass fishing with big fish (10 pounds and up) and good crappie fishing. Mammoth-sized carp have been pulled from the lake as well. But beware... the fish here are contaminated with mercury, so don't eat! Calero can be a hub for boating enthusiasts and water skiers, with crowds becoming a hindrance to...

Calero can be a hub for boating enthusiasts and water skiers, with crowds becoming a hindrance to anglers on warm weekends. However, the lake is big enough to offer the possibility of escaping the crowds. Shore access for fishermen isn’t very good, so aim to fish from a boat. Boat launch and day-use fees are required.

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Species:

Largemouth Bass, Catfish, Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp

Boating / Access:

Open to all boating

Geography:

Surface Area: 344 acres

Surface Elevation: 485 ft

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Calero Reservoir

Jun 10

@fishcaddynorcal

Public

As the water warms at Calero, the grass is getting thicker, but so are the bass! Quality fish are being caught all over the lake, with a couple of reports of fish just over 7 pounds. Stick baits, creature baits, and jigs have been producing the biggest bites. Finesse soft-plastics, either Texas-rigged or drop-shotted, are working for numbers. There has also been a consistent frog bite, especially during the transitional parts of the day.

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Largemouth Bass

Calero Reservoir

May 9

@fishcaddynorcal

Public

Bass are in spawn mode. Anglers are getting the most action either sight fishing for beds or casting shallow. Crankbaits and soft plastics have been getting the most action. A few big fish have been spotted as well.

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