Fishing at Lake Morena

Lake Morena County Park is located at 2550 Lake Morena Drive, Campo, CA 91906.

The lake is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. All boats must be off the lake by 5:30 p.m.

General Information

  • The current surface water temperature is approx. 65°F.
  • Live bait fish and crayfish are prohibited.
  • A California State Fishing License is required to fish.

News and Events

  • The lake is fully open for boating and fishing.
  • Trout, catfish, and carp are being caught throughout the lake.
  • Lake depth is approximately 49 feet.
  • Boat rentals must be reserved by 12:00 p.m.
  • The lower boat launch is open. 
  • All vessels must pass a quagga mussel inspection prior to launch.
  • The lake level is receding. Please be aware of new islands, boulders, and other obstructions while boating.

Fishing Report

Species Best Spots Best Baits
Catfish Geezer Cove, Bass Cove Mackerel, Bonito, Night Crawlers, Chicken Liver
Trout Horseshoe Cove, Paradise Cove, Pumphouse Cove Powerbait, Night Crawlers, Mini Jigs, Kastmasters
Bass Paradise Cove, Geezer Cove, North shoreline Swimbaits, Plastics, Crankbaits, Jigs
Panfish Horseshoe Cove, Geezer Gove Mealworms, Night Crawlers
Carp Geezer Cove Dough Balls, Corn

Highlights

  • Catfish caught mostly on mackerel and chicken liver around rock outcroppings across from docks.
  • 4,800 lbs of rainbow trout were stocked January though March 2026.
  • Bass and bluegill bites have increased with warmer temperatures.
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