South Lake fishing

Common questions

What fish are at South Lake?

Fishing South Lake is most likely to be for Mixed Trout. All 7 plants on record are Mixed Trout. Mixed Trout was last stocked August 30, 2026. Golden Trout (Wild, naturally spawning golden trout documented in South Lake alongside the CDFW-stocked rainbows) 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 South Lake stocked?

Last stocked August 30, 2026. It is stocked about 3.5 times a year since 2025, most often in May and June.

How do you get on South Lake?

Shore fishing is available and there is a boat ramp. The nearest town is Bishop, CA. South Lake Boat Landing rents boats, kayaks, and pontoons and has a launch facility for private boats. Shore access is good too, though the biggest trophy trout are usually taken by boat.

Which lakes near South Lake were stocked more recently?

Bishop Creek, South Fork (3.4 mi), Lake Sabrina (3.9 mi), and Bishop Creek, Middle Fork (5.6 mi) were stocked more recently. Bishop Creek, South Fork is also stocked with Mixed Trout, Lake Sabrina is also stocked with Mixed Trout, and Bishop Creek, Middle Fork is also stocked with Mixed Trout.

How South Lake is stocked

Bishop Creek, South Fork (3.4 mi), Lake Sabrina (3.9 mi), and Bishop Creek, Middle Fork (5.6 mi) were stocked more recently. Bishop Creek, South Fork is also stocked with Mixed Trout, Lake Sabrina is also stocked with Mixed Trout, and Bishop Creek, Middle Fork is also stocked with Mixed Trout.