Fishing at Arrowbear Lake, San Bernardino County, California

• Overview

  In California, Arrowbear Lake falls inside San Bernardino County. Land around it is open plain. Small even by pond standards, it rewards one careful line. It is one of the smaller waters we list in San Bernardino County. Running Springs lies 1.9 miles from the water. Further out sit Lake Arrowhead (6.8 miles) and Highland (9.4 miles). The nearest boundary is well away, so one set of rules covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Arrowbear Lake

  No figure exists for depth, so let the water show you. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. Read the surface for the wind lane, then fish the edge of it. Species logged nearby in open biodiversity records include rainbow trout and black crappie. Local agencies keep the authoritative list for each water. The near bank of Arrowbear Lake is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The year swings from about 39°F in January to roughly 67°F in July. Fishing runs all year, with summer the awkward season. October and November give a second good stretch as it cools. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. The season on Arrowbear Lake follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. Parking is mapped about 50 yards from the bank. Overnight stays are possible about half a mile out, where camping is mapped. For the trout, small spinners and a box of nymphs cover both approaches. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Some stretches are reserved and marked as such on the ground. For a change of water, Green Valley Lake is 1.8 miles distant. Confirm access to Arrowbear Lake locally before you travel.