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Camanche Reservoir

, California

EBMUD's Camanche Reservoir covers 12 square miles (about 7,680 acres). EBMUD lists stocked trout, Florida-strain largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie, kokanee and bluegill.

N2 mi
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Surface area7,680 acres
Max depth—
Shoreline—
Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Largemouth Bass●●●○○

Florida-strain

Rainbow Trout●●○○○

Stocked October through June

Smallmouth Bass●●○○○

Crappie●●○○○

Kokanee●●○○○

Bluegill●●○○○

Boat launches

3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • South Shore boat launchPublic
    Open May 1 to October 1, 2026 under limited conditions per EBMUD.Directions ↗
  • North Shore launch rampPublic
    Boating at North Shore is closed for 2026; only approved-list vessels can use it.Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Camanche Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: California Department of Fish and Wildlife ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • Trout are stocked October through June, so cooler months favor trout.
  • Check EBMUD's boating rules before you go; launching is limited in 2026.

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