Guide To Fishing At New Melones Lake In Central CA

AKA: New Melones Reservoir

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, white catfish, black crappie, rainbow trout, bluegill and kokanee salmon at New Melones Lake in California.

Bass, trout and crappie all thrive in the cool clear water of New Melones Lake, a 12,500 acre lake, located five miles east of Copperopolis. This recreation paradise also offers fishing for kokanee, bluegill and catfish. There are over one hundred miles of rocky and sandy shoreline for bass to prowl in search of prey.

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

Bank fishing is available at the Recreation Areas and campgrounds. The New Melones Lake Marina offers rental boats, snacks, bait, tackle, gas and services to assist boating enthusiasts on the water. Boating access is via Angels Creek Boat Launch, New Melones Lake Marina and Tuttletown Recreation Area.

Primary fish species residing in New Melones Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

New Melones Lake Amenities

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

Today's Weather & Forecast

Fishing Boat Rentals

New Melones Lake Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats, kayaks and pontoons
209 785-3300

Marinas

New Melones Lake Marina
6503 Glory Hole Rd
Angels Camp, CA 95222
209 785-3300

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Angels Creek Boat Launch
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, off Angels Creek Access Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

New Melones Lake Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, off Glory Hole Road, this is a multi-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

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