Finnon Reservoir fishing

Common questions

What fish are at Finnon Reservoir?

Fishing Finnon Reservoir is most likely to be for Mixed Trout. The one plant on record is Mixed Trout. Mixed Trout was last stocked February 8, 2026. Bluegill and Rainbow Trout (Per CDFW's 2026 Provisional Stocking Plan for this water (a planning document, not a confirmed release)) are recorded here outside the stocking reports.

When is Finnon Reservoir stocked?

Last stocked February 8, 2026. It is stocked once in 2026, most often in February.

How do you get on Finnon Reservoir?

Shore fishing is available, there is a boat ramp, and a fee is required. The nearest town is Placerville, CA. Facilities include camping. Finnon Lake Recreation Area (9100 Rock Creek Rd) charges a $10 day-use fee covering fishing, boating, swimming, and picnicking. Gas-powered boats are not allowed, though electric motors are; the launch is across the dam. The fishery is maintained by MVFA volunteers and monitored by CDFW.

Which lakes near Finnon Reservoir were stocked more recently?

American River, South Fork, Chili Bar (4.5 mi), Lumsden Pond (5.1 mi), and Halsey Forebay (19.6 mi) were stocked more recently. American River, South Fork, Chili Bar is also stocked with Mixed Trout, Lumsden Pond is also stocked with Mixed Trout, and Halsey Forebay is also stocked with Mixed Trout.

How Finnon Reservoir is stocked

American River, South Fork, Chili Bar (4.5 mi), Lumsden Pond (5.1 mi), and Halsey Forebay (19.6 mi) were stocked more recently. American River, South Fork, Chili Bar is also stocked with Mixed Trout, Lumsden Pond is also stocked with Mixed Trout, and Halsey Forebay is also stocked with Mixed Trout.