Caples Lake - Kirkwood, CA


Fish Spot Details

Caples Lake is a picturesque freshwater lake located in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California. It is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts due to the abundance of trout in its waters, including rainbow, brown, and mackinaw trout. Visitors can fish from the shore or rent a boat to access deeper waters. Ice fishing is also a popular activity during the winter months when the lake is frozen over. Caples Lake is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, making it a great location for camping, hiking, and wildlife watching.
Fish Species: Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Mackinaw Trout



Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
11-21-2024 Good time of year to get the bigger browns from the shore
Good time of year to get the bigger... more »		 Doug Busey
10-31-2024 The EID boat ramp and day use area is scheduled to close this week for the season
The EID boat ramp and day use area... more »		 Doug Busey
10-3-2024 The lake level has dropped about 5 feet
The lake level has dropped about 5 feet.... more »		 Doug Busey
9-18-2024 Successful Kids' Fishing Day at Caples Lake Resort
We are grateful to all who attended the... more »		 Caples Lake Resort
9-12-2024 The fishing has picked up a little with the cooler weather
The fishing has picked up a little with... more »		 Doug Busey


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