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Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, rainbow trout, bluegill and striped bass at Skinner Reservoir in California.

Skinner Reservoir, CA

Fishing for largemouth bass and channel catfish draw a great deal of attention at Skinner Reservoir, a 1,400 acre lake, located in the southern part of the state, north of Temecula in Riverside County. Additionally fishing for crappie, trout, stripers and bluegill are popular.

Access for fishing from the bank, along more than twelve miles of shoreline, can be found on all sides of the lake. Boating access is via two excellent boat launch ramps. One is at Lake Skinner Marina, the other is on the southwest side of the Lake Skinner Recreation Area. Rental boats, camping, RV hookups, supplies, bait and tackle are all handy at the lake. Lodging and restaurants are less than 5 miles from the lake.

Primary fish species residing in Skinner Reservoir

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Largemouth bass Channel catfish Black crappie White Crappie Rainbow Trout Bluegill Striped bass

Skinner Reservoir 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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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Lake Skinner Marina Boat Launch Area
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, off Warren Road, this is a six-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Lake Skinner Park Campground - 951 926-1541

Indian Oaks Campground - 951 302-5399

Skinner Reservoir CA Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

Skinner Reservoir
Lake Skinner Park
37701 Warren Rd
Winchester, CA 92596
951 926-1541

 

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Skinner Reservoir in Southern California.

Fishing for largemouth bass and channel catfish in southern CA.

Skinner Reservoir, in California.