Antelope Reservoir near Burney: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Antelope Reservoir is listed under Lassen County, California. The water sits 3,990 feet up. At roughly 8 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. The closest town, Burney, is 14 miles away. Chico is the closest city, 83 miles away. Local rules may differ a few miles either side of here. It is a working water rather than a showpiece.

• Where to Fish on Antelope Reservoir

  Depth is unmeasured here, so let the shoreline guide you. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Open biodiversity records for Lassen County list rainbow trout, tahoe sucker and Sacramento sucker. The county figures include rivers and lakes alike. Antelope Reservoir responds to conditions more than to tactics.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-term averages put July at about 67°F and January near 33°F. Some winters cap it and some do not. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. The hot months push the fishing to dawn and dusk. Plan around that when you fish Antelope Reservoir. A grey, mild day is often better than a bright, still one.

• Tackle & Baits

  We hold no note on access for this one. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Light line and small metal for the trout; a fly rod earns its place on calm evenings. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. Should this one be busy, Bald Mountain Reservoir is 0.7 miles off. Check the position on Antelope Reservoir before loading the car.