Scotts Flat Reservoir - Nevada City, CA

Lake Information

Fish Species: Rainbow Trout
Scotts Flat Reservoir, Nevada City, CA, is a highly regarded multi-species fishery in the Sierra Nevada foothills, supporting robust populations of rainbow and brown trout, kokanee salmon, and largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass. Optimal angling encompasses trolling for trout and kokanee at precise depths, and employing diverse bass techniques around varied shoreline structure. While current detailed reports may vary, the reservoir consistently offers productive opportunities across species, dictated by seasonal patterns and water temperatures. Anglers should adapt methods to the lake's generally clear waters and factor in its popularity for diverse recreational use.




Latest Fish Plants

Plant DateSpeciesSourceTotal Pounds
11-17-2025Rainbow TroutCDFW 
10-20-2025Rainbow TroutCDFW 
4-22-2025Rainbow TroutCDFW 
3-17-2025Rainbow TroutCDFW 
3-10-2025Rainbow TroutCDFW 


Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
5-30-2016 Scotts Flat Fishing Report
Air Temp….82 Water Temp….68 to 72 Wind…..5 to 7 Clarity…..Clear Another great... more »
RB Bass

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