Tulloch Reservoir in Calaveras, California For Fishing & Camping

Fish Species

• Black Bass
• Bluegill
• Brown Trout
• Channel Catfish
• Kokanee Salmon
• Largemouth Bass
• Rainbow Trout
• Smallmouth Bass

Lake Tulloch offers over 55 miles of shoreline with many coves. Surrounded by the majestic Table Mountain range with stunning views and mature oaks throughout, it boasts some of the best waterskiing in California.

Location and Size: Lake Tulloch, situated on the Stanislaus River below New Melones Dam, is a tail water fishery that benefits from cold water releases from New Melones. The lake is located at 504 feet in elevation and stores 59,935 acre feet of water when full. The reservoir, operated by the Oakdale and South San Joaquin Irrigation districts as part of the Tri-Dam Project, offers over 55 miles of shoreline with many coves.
Fishing Season: Fishing is open year round. Rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee salmon, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, black crappie, channel catfish and bluegill are found in the lake.
Recreation Areas: Recreation facilities are found on the south and north shores.