Los Vaqueros Reservoir - Livermore, CA

Lake Information

Fish Species: Striped Bass, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Common Carp
Los Vaqueros Reservoir in Livermore, California, is a preeminent angling destination, distinguished by its diverse, trophy-caliber fisheries and robust conservation practices. The reservoir's cornerstone is its exceptional striped bass population, frequently yielding specimens exceeding 10 pounds. These powerful predators are targeted through trolling large plugs, utilizing swimbaits, or deploying live bait. Substantial and consistent plantings of rainbow trout, often including trophy-sized individuals, provide an excellent coldwater fishery, primarily pursued via trolling or traditional bait methods. Los Vaqueros also sustains a robust largemouth and smallmouth bass fishery, successfully engaged with a wide array of artificial lures across varied submerged structures. Abundant catfish and various panfish further diversify angling opportunities. Access is comprehensive, with two primary recreation areas offering extensive boat launches, rental fleets, and extensive bank fishing. A valid California fishing license is mandated for all anglers aged 16 and above. Strict adherence to both CDFW regulations and specific Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) rules, including motor restrictions and tackle requirements, is compulsory to ensure compliance and ecological preservation.



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Los Vaqueros Reservoir Whoppers

Species Weight Date Report
Common Carp 30 lbs. 8-03-2020 View Report
Striped Bass 19 lbs. 4-18-2022 View Report
Channel Catfish 16 lbs. 6 oz. 10-26-2019 View Report
Striped Bass 15 lbs. 14 oz. 4-19-2019 View Report
Channel Catfish 14 lbs. 14 oz. 11-15-2018 View Report
Channel Catfish 14 lbs. 10 oz. 11-23-2018 View Report
Channel Catfish 14 lbs. 6 oz. 2-17-2019 View Report
Striped Bass 14 lbs. 1-19-2021 View Report
Rainbow Trout 13 lbs. 5-24-2019 View Report
Channel Catfish 13 lbs. 1-31-2020 View Report

Latest Fish Plants

Plant DateSpeciesSourceTotal Pounds
5-06-2025Rainbow TroutLos Vaqueros2000
4-17-2025Rainbow TroutLos Vaqueros1000
4-09-2025Rainbow TroutLos Vaqueros2000
3-11-2025Rainbow TroutLos Vaqueros1000
3-05-2025Rainbow TroutLos Vaqueros 


Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
6-5-2025 Los Vaqueros Outing
Paul Clouse and Al Hurwitz trolled Los Vaqueros... more »
Los Vaqueros Staff
5-30-2025 A Spectacular Los Vaqueros Reservoir Outing!
Paul Clouse and Al Hurwitz trolled Los Vaqueros... more »
Paul Clouse and Al Hurwitz
4-21-2025 Los Vaqueros Fishing Report
 As the weather heats up so does the... more »
Paul Clouse and Al Hurwitz
4-18-2025 Los Vaqueros Fishing Report
Paul Clouse, Al Hurwitz, and Abel Wong ventured... more »
Paul Clouse and Al Hurwitz
3-21-2025 Los Vaqueros Fishing Report
Ted Cribari, Al Hurwitz, and Al’s son, Gregg... more »
Paul Clouse and Al Hurwitz

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