Hell Hole Reservoir

Set in California, United States, Hell Hole Reservoir is a reservoir that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Hell Hole Reservoir usually focus their effort on transitions: the edges of weed beds, points that stick out into deeper water, and the shaded sides of any inflow. Early morning and the last hour of light tend to be the most productive windows on a body of water this size.

Location

39.0735, -120.3812 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Rainbow troutBrown troutLake charSockeye salmonCoho salmonKokanee salmon

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Brown trout

  When fishing streams, focus on seams and current breaks, where trout hold to ambush prey.

• For Lake char

  Target lake trout in deep, cold water during the summer months, focusing on areas with structure or drop-offs; use a fish finder to locate schools of fish and baitfish.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Hell Hole Reservoir.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Hell Hole Reservoir? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. United States regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Hell Hole Reservoir — confirm them ahead of time.

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