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Guide To Fishing At Lake Mendocino In Northern CA

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Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, white catfish, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish and striped bass at Lake Mendocino in California.

Lake Mendocino, CA

Loaded with a nice variety of warm-water fish species, Lake Mendocino is a 1,920 acre reservoir, located in the northwestern part of the state, at Calpella. Striped bass are the big draw here as they are caught in good size and numbers. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are also favored species. Catfish, crappie, bluegill and sunfish also swim in these waters.

About ten miles of shoreline wrap this fertile fishery. Anglers choosing to fish from the bank can find plenty of places to wet a line. Boating access is available at the North Ramp by Kyen Campground off Highway 20, and at the South Ramp off Lake Mendocino Drive. Both are excellent launch ramps with plenty of parking and rest rooms. Fishing is not permitted at the boat ramps.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Mendocino

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Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Channel catfish White Catfish Black crappie White Crappie Bluegill Redear Sunfish Striped bass

Lake Mendocino Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Lake Mendocino North Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, off Marina Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Lake Mendocino South Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, at the north end of the dam, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Bushay Recreation Area Campground - 707 467-4200

Ukiah Mobile Home & RV Park - 707 485-1766

Bushay Camp Ground Little Bear Campsite - 707 467-4200

Miti Campground (boat access) - 707 467-4200

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Contact Information

Lake Mendocino
Kyen Campground
95470, 1275 Marina Dr
Ukiah, CA 95482
707 467-4200

 

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