Just 55 miles north of San Francisco, Lake Berryessa is quite the destination for families, skiers, and most importantly, fishermen. Its expansive 165-mile shoreline is littered with coves, islands, and structure that serves as ideal fishing habitat for most warm-water species, as well as trophy trout and kokanee salmon.

Lake Berryessa can seem loaded with large numbers of mid-size bass ranging from 1 to 2 pounds. While giant bass are less common, they do exist and double-digit fish are caught every single year. Trout fishing can be excellent if you understand how to troll deep water, especially during the summer months.

The warm weather sees a massive increase in recreational boaters, campers, and partiers that can overtake the peaceful and quiet fishing conditions most fishermen cherish. So it’s suggested to plan your Lake Berryessa summer fishing trips for mid-week.