Fishing at Lower Blue Lake, Lake County, California

• Overview

  This water sits in Lake County, California. Elevation runs to 1,394 feet. It measures about 51 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. There is roughly 1.6 miles of shoreline here, which is a short walk end to end. Upper Lake at 4.7 miles is the nearest place to stop. After that come North Lakeport at 7.2 miles and Nice at 8.5 miles. It lies deep inside the county rather than near an edge.

• Where to Fish on Lower Blue Lake

  No published figure covers depth, so learn it as you fish. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. County-wide records name Sacramento sucker, bluegill, rainbow trout, common carp and channel catfish. The list covers the county rather than this water alone, so treat it as a guide. Anyone new to Lower Blue Lake should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  On the long-term average, August reads 73°F and January reads 44°F. The season runs year-round, with the peak either side of summer. October and November give a second good stretch as it cools. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Time your trip to Lower Blue Lake by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. No dam controls it, and the level follows the season. There is a mapped landing stage half a mile away. Bass water: a Texas-rigged worm near cover, a spinnerbait when you need to cover ground. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Close seasons apply to some species and not others. Failing this one, try Blue Lakes, 1.2 miles away. Check the position on Lower Blue Lake before loading the car.