LOWER BEAR RIVER RESERVOIR

Species • Weather • Hydrology


FISHING • CALIFORNIA

Lower Bear River Reservoir


April 27, 2024

Lower Bear River Reservoir in California is a popular fishing destination for anglers looking to catch trout, smallmouth bass, and catfish. Nearby activities include camping, hiking, and boating. Fishing tips include using lures and bait that imitate the natural prey of the fish, such as worms and insects. The best time of year to visit is during the spring and fall months when temperatures are mild, with average temperatures ranging from 50-70°F. Overall, Lower Bear River Reservoir is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Blue Catfish
Image Alt Kelp Bass
Image Alt Smallmouth Bass

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Angels Creek

Apache Trout • Brown Trout

Hobart Creek

Apache Trout • Brown Trout

Lake Tabeaud

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass

Don Pedro Lake

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Kelp Bass

Highland Lakes

Apache Trout • Blue Catfish • Brook Trout • Kelp Bass • Rainbow Trout • Smallmouth Bass

Highland Creek

Apache Trout • Brook Trout • Brown Trout • Rainbow Trout

Clavey River

Apache Trout • Brown Trout

Tulloch Lake

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass • Rainbow Trout

New Melones Lake

Apache Trout • Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass

Pinecrest Lake

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

ROCK CREEK ROAD EL DORADO COUNTY
South Fork American Watershed, California
IOWA HILL ROAD PLACER COUNTY
North Fork American Watershed, California
GOLF COURSE OUTER TRAIL CARSON CITY
Middle Carson Watershed, Nevada
POHO RIDGE EL DORADO COUNTY
South Fork American Watershed, California
LAKE SPAULDING ROAD 10260, NEVADA CITY
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
FOREBAY ROAD EL DORADO COUNTY
South Fork American Watershed, California
SLY PARK ROAD, POLLOCK PINES
Upper Cosumnes Watershed, California
JUNCTION BOAT RAMP ROAD EL DORADO COUNTY
South Fork American Watershed, California
OXBOW RAFT PUT-IN SITE
North Fork American Watershed, California
SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL ALPINE COUNTY
Upper Carson Watershed, California

Rafting & Kayaking

CONFLUENCE WITH EAST AND WEST BRANCHES OF NELSON CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
SILVER LAKE TO MEADOW VALLEY
East Branch North Fork Feather Watershed, California
CARIBOU RESERVOIR TO BELDON
North Fork Feather Watershed, California
FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR TO NF BOUNDARY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, Nevada
NF BOUNDARY TO CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH FORK FEATHER RIVER
North Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO BUCKS LAKE
North Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
CONFLUENCE OF SPANISH CREEK AND INDIAN CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH FORK FEATHER RIVER
North Fork Feather Watershed, California
STATE PARK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Sack Park

Mogul Park

Rock Park

Lundsford Park

Rainbow Ridge Park

Oxbow Park

Newlands Circle

Idlewild Park

Truckee River Greenbelt

Glendale Park

                                                                                                                        
                                               
DONNELL VISTA
HERMIT VALLEY
ANGORA RIDGE
HANGMANS BRIDGE
Hangman's Bridge, located in the Upper Carson watershed in California, is a historical landmark that is shrouded in mystery and legend. The bridge is believed to have been built in ...

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