Central Valley, CA is home to a wide variety of lakes which offer an unparalleled experience for anglers looking to fish for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, and other types of fish.
Searching for some of the best bass fishing spots in the valley? We’ve got you covered! Here are some of the finest fishing destinations in Central Valley:
Lake Success
Porterville, CA
Despite its relatively small size, Lake Success holds plenty of big bass. Anglers will be able to catch them whether in the shallow or deep areas by using a variety of techniques. This lake is perfect for anglers of all levels, as its different fishing spots cater to different strengths and techniques.
Lake Success offers fantastic offshore fishing, as you can find numerous ledges and island tops. There’s also a large amount of timber for fishermen who love the shallow, which you can find on two separate parts of the lake. Anglers will be able to shallow crank, pitch, flip, or throw topwater around the timber.
San Joaquin River
Fresno, CA
You can find two scenic parks situated along the San Joaquin River that offer convenient access to the river as well as ponds in Camp Pashayan and Sycamore Island.
Just like the California Delta, the San Joaquin River system is very popular with anglers who use shallow water techniques. You’ll be able to catch gigantic bass through buzz baits, spinnerbaits, squarebill crankbaits, topwater frogs, or flipping and pitching.
Due to its shallow depth, the San Joaquin River isn’t accessible for large boats, but it’s very ideal for kayak fishermen.
Hensley Lake
Madera, CA
Hensley Lake might be a bit of a “hit or miss” lake, but whenever you manage to visit it on a good day, you’ll definitely be treated to an unforgettable day of fishing.
The lake features some of the best offshore structures with ledges and island tops surrounded by large schools of giant bass. Anglers who manage to find the right school often quickly reach their five fish limit of 25 to 30 lbs.
Lake Kaweah
Lemon Cove, CA
Many bass fishing tournaments are held at Lake Kaweah throughout the year, which can make it a tough fishing spot. Visit it at the right time however, and the quality and quantity of its bass will surely impress.
The lake features gigantic bass – according to a report, a whopping 17 lb. 2 oz. bass was landed back in 2017. It’s also perfect for kayak anglers in the fall and winter, due to the release of water.
Eastman Lake
Madera, CA
Last but not least is Eastman Lake, which was named the first Trophy Bass Fishery in California by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Eastman Lake is without a doubt, one of the most popular fishing destinations for boaters and kayakers. The lake is home to a huge number of quality fish which average from 2 to 4 lbs., along with double-digit bass.
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