Guide To Fishing At Lake Nacimiento In Central CA

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, white catfish, black crappie, white crappie, rainbow trout, bluegill, green sunfish, redear sunfish and white bass at Lake Nacimiento in California.

With over 160 miles of shoreline, there is room for plenty of anglers at Lake Nacimiento. Known for its healthy population of white bass, Nacimiento also offers decent fishing for bass, catfish, crappie, trout and sunfish. This 5,400 acre lake, located near the west coast in San Luis Obispo County, is a favorite of kayak anglers as well others fishing from a broad range of boats.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Multiple access points around the lake create plenty of opportunities for fishing from shore. Well known for quality bass fishing this is a favorite of bass tournament anglers.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Nacimiento.

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Nacimiento Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Asbury Creek Boat Ramp
Located in the western arm of the lake, south side, off Boat Launch Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with limited parking.

Heritage Road Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, off Heritage Road, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Lake Nacimiento Resort Boat Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, off Resort Drive, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and lots of paved parking.

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