Stevens Creek Reservoir, California: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Stevens Creek Reservoir is set in Santa Clara County, California. The bank is 525 feet above sea level. Around 83 acres of surface means several distinct areas to work. By elevation it sits in the lower part of our California listings. For a base, Cupertino sits 3 miles out. The big place round here is Sunnyvale, 5.6 miles distant. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Stevens Creek Reservoir

  No depth figure has reached our records, which makes a plummet useful. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Across Santa Clara County, recorded fish include flathead grey mullet, rainbow trout and common carp. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. Fish Stevens Creek Reservoir where the bottom changes rather than where it looks deep.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 69°F in August and bottom out at 49°F in December. No part of the year shuts this water. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to be out. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Stevens Creek Reservoir.

• Tackle & Baits

  Ownership and access are not documented in what we hold. You can launch: the ramp is half a mile away. The nearest car park is 150 yards from the water. A rest area sits about half a mile from the water. Facilities run to toilets half a mile from the water. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Lake Ranch Reservoir, 5.7 miles away, makes the obvious fallback. Check the position on Stevens Creek Reservoir before loading the car.