Best fishing near El Dorado
24 fishing spots · 24 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near El Dorado, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 24 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Stumpy Meadows Lake
24.8 mi away
Stumpy Meadows Lake is located in El Dorado County, California, and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. Fish species include rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee…
Why 75: resort size & terrain
75Top-rated
B⛰
#2
Bear River Reservoir
34.1 mi away
Bear River Reservoir is a popular fishing destination in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. The reservoir is home to various fish species such as rainbow trout, brown…
Why 75: resort size & terrain
75Top-rated
S⛰
#3
Salt Springs Reservoir
36.6 mi away
Salt Springs Reservoir is a popular fishing spot in California that is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, smallmouth bass, and bluegill…
Why 75: resort size & terrain
75Top-rated
N⛰
#4
Natoma Lake
Good
18.7 mi away
· Water 60°F · a bit cool· Clear · 58°F · 5 mph wind
The Natoma Lake fishing area in California offers a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. Visitors can also enjoy activities…
Why 66: live conditions (good)
66Top-rated
L⛰
#5
Lake Tabeaud
Fair
20.6 mi away
· Water 53°F · cold, sluggish· Clear · 57°F
Lake Tabeaud is a popular fishing spot in California, USA. It is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
L⛰
#6
Lake Amador
Fair
20.7 mi away
· Water 53°F · cold, sluggish· Clear · 57°F
Lake Amador is a popular fishing destination located in California, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, trout, catfish, crappie, and bluegill. In…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
P⛰
#7
Pardee Reservoir
Fair
23.5 mi away
· Water 53°F · cold, sluggish· Clear · 57°F
Pardee Reservoir is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California and features a diverse population of fish species including bass, catfish, crappie, bluegill, and trout…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
C⛰
#8
Camanche Lake
Fair
26.7 mi away
· Water 53°F · cold, sluggish· Clear · 57°F
Camanche Lake is located in Northern California and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth and…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
A⛰
#9
Amador Lake
Fair
20.5 mi away
· Water 53°F · cold, sluggish· Clear · 57°F
Amador Lake is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California and is a popular fishing destination due to its abundance of fish species, including bass, catfish, trout, and…
Why 56: live conditions (fair)
56Solid
L⛰
#10
Lake of the Pines
Good
31.8 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
Lake of the Pines is a recreational lake in California, USA, popular for fishing. The lake is home to various fish species, including rainbow trout, large and smallmouth bass…
Why 56: live conditions (good)
56Solid
L⛰
#11
Lake Clementine
Good
24.6 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
Lake Clementine is a popular fishing spot located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California. It is known for its abundance of rainbow trout, kokanee salmon…
Why 53: live conditions (good)
53Solid
F⛰
#12
Folsom Lake
Good
17.2 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
Folsom Lake is a popular fishing destination in California, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, trout, and salmon. Nearby activities…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
A⛰
#13
Arden Bar Pond
25.8 mi away
The Arden Bar Pond fishing area in California is a popular spot for catching largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. Nearby activities include hiking, biking, and picnicking at…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
U⛰
#14
Union Valley Reservoir
30.4 mi away
Union Valley Reservoir fishing area is located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. The reservoir is home to various fish species such as Kokanee salmon, rainbow trout…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
P⛰
#15
PG&E Rock Creek Lake Fishing Access
Good
26.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
PG&E Rock Creek Lake in Plumas County, California, offers excellent shore fishing access, especially near the dam, inlet stream, and along the north shoreline. No boat ramp is…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
Fishing near El Dorado
The El Dorado area has 24 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near El Dorado
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.