Malibu Lake near Agoura Hills: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Malibu Lake lies within the bounds of Los Angeles County, California. The country round it is warm bottomland from end to end. With some 42 acres of water, there is room for a boat but no need of one. 2.2 miles away sits Agoura Hills, the nearest town. Thousand Oaks sits 6.2 miles out, and it is the nearest city worth the name. A county line runs close by, so local bylaws can differ within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Malibu Lake

  Our records hold no depth for this water. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists common carp, bluegill and black crappie. Treat it as evidence of what swims in the area. On Malibu Lake the first feature you find is usually worth a session.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 73°F in August and bottom out at 53°F in January. Summer is the season to work around, not winter. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. The season on Malibu Lake rarely departs from it.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. Boat access is recorded roughly half a mile away. Parking is not close: half a mile from the bank, and no nearer option is mapped. Public toilets are recorded roughly half a mile off. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. If the gate is shut, Century Reservoir at 1.4 miles is the nearest alternative. Nothing here settles the position at Malibu Lake for certain.