Lake Camanche - Wallace, CA

Fish Spot Details
Surface Area: | 12 acres |
Shoreline: | 53 miles miles |
Elevation: | 217 ft. |
Fish Species: | Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Largemouth Bass, Kokanee Salmon, Black Crappie, Smallmouth Bass, White Crappie, Lightning Trout, Spotted Bass |
Lake Camanche, near Wallace, CA, is a go-to fishing spot for locals and weekend warriors alike. It’s well-known for being stocked with loads of rainbow and lightning trout, especially during the cooler months. In fact, as recently as May 8, 2025, the lake got a fresh plant of 2,500 pounds of rainbows and 500 pounds of lightning trout—plenty of fish to chase!
Whether you're casting from shore or trolling from a boat, there’s a good chance you’ll land something. Anglers have success with a mix of baits and lures—worms, PowerBait, Rapalas, Flatfish, Humdingers, and J-Plugs—especially when trolling at depths between 20 and 60 feet. And it’s not just trout here; you might also hook into bass, catfish, or panfish.
Spanning over 7,000 acres, Lake Camanche offers more than just fishing. There are campgrounds, boat rentals, hiking trails, and even cabins if you’re looking for a comfy overnight. The lake is super family-friendly and a great spot to spend the weekend outdoors.
They even host fun events like the annual fishing derby in June, which draws anglers from all over. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just learning the ropes, Lake Camanche is a fun, fish-filled destination worth visiting.
Whether you're casting from shore or trolling from a boat, there’s a good chance you’ll land something. Anglers have success with a mix of baits and lures—worms, PowerBait, Rapalas, Flatfish, Humdingers, and J-Plugs—especially when trolling at depths between 20 and 60 feet. And it’s not just trout here; you might also hook into bass, catfish, or panfish.
Spanning over 7,000 acres, Lake Camanche offers more than just fishing. There are campgrounds, boat rentals, hiking trails, and even cabins if you’re looking for a comfy overnight. The lake is super family-friendly and a great spot to spend the weekend outdoors.
They even host fun events like the annual fishing derby in June, which draws anglers from all over. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just learning the ropes, Lake Camanche is a fun, fish-filled destination worth visiting.
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
5-15-2025 | The bass bite is 🔥 right now for shore anglers Shoreline Slayer Alert! Josh Maxwell pulled in some absolute... more » |
Lake Camanche Staff |
5-13-2025 | 10.1 lb rainbow trout at Lake Camanche Big Catch Alert! Lee T. hauled in a massive... more » |
Lake Camanche Staff |
5-8-2025 | Fresh Trout Plant at Lake Camanche! Fresh Trout Plant at Lake Camanche! We just stocked... more » |
Lake Camanche Staff |
5-6-2025 | TAGGED FISH DERBY – MAY 9–11 at Lake Camanche! 🐟💥 TAGGED FISH DERBY – MAY 9–11 at Lake... more » |
Lake Camanche Staff |
5-1-2025 | Monster Bass Alert! Elijah’s Monster Bass Alert! How about this giant bass... more » |
Lake Camanche Staff |
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