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

New Melones Lake, CA

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.

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.

Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Channel catfish White Catfish Black crappie Rainbow Trout Bluegill Kokanee Salmon

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

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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.

Click here for a California fishing license.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Glory Hole Recreation Area Campground - 209 536-9094

Ironhorse Campground RV Park - 209 536-9094

Tuttletown Recreation Area Campground - 209 536-9094

New Melones Lake Site Campground - 209 536-9094

Columbia RV Park - 209 533-2395

New Melones Lake CA Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

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

 

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New Melones Lake in Central California.

Fishing for bass, trout and crappie in central CA.

New Melones Lake, in California.