Caples Lake - Kirkwood, CA


Fish Spot Details

Caples Lake is a picturesque freshwater lake located in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California. It is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts due to the abundance of trout in its waters, including rainbow, brown, and mackinaw trout. Visitors can fish from the shore or rent a boat to access deeper waters. Ice fishing is also a popular activity during the winter months when the lake is frozen over. Caples Lake is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, making it a great location for camping, hiking, and wildlife watching.
Fish Species: Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Mackinaw Trout



Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
2-27-2025 The ice varies from 24 to 36 inches deep with a few inches of snow on top
The ice varies from 24 to 36 inches... more »		 Doug Busey
2-5-2025 As of last week the lake had 3 inches of snow on top of 20 inches of ice
 As of last week the lake had 3... more »		 Doug Busey
1-21-2025 Angler Report: Caples Lake
Nick checked in with us after his recent... more »		 Fish Reports Staff
1-16-2025 Many anglers have been getting out on the ice
Many anglers have been getting out on the... more »		 Doug Busey
1-4-2025 The lake has about 4-6 inches of ice underneath a little snow
The lake has about 4-6 inches of ice... more »		 Doug Busey


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