Sardine Lake-Lower - Graeagle, CA

Lake Information

Fish Species: Rainbow Trout
Lower Sardine Lake, Graeagle, CA, a picturesque alpine lake beneath the Sierra Buttes, is renowned for trophy rainbow and brown trout. Its consistently cold, exceptionally clear waters demand stealth and fine tackle. Optimal angling primarily involves trolling with downriggers using subtle spoons or plugs to target precise depths. Still fishing with bait from shore or anchored boats is effective. Wind can be a significant factor. Access is good, often adjacent to a resort, with public boat launches. Anglers must adhere to CDFW regulations; catch-and-release is highly encouraged for maintaining the trophy fishery quality.




Latest Fish Plants

Plant DateSpeciesSourceTotal Pounds
7-28-2024Rainbow TroutCDFW 
6-17-2024Rainbow TroutCDFW 
8-14-2023Rainbow TroutCDFW 
6-19-2023Rainbow TroutCDFW 
6-13-2022Rainbow TroutCDFW 


Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
5-19-2025 We open for the season this Friday, May 23
We open for the season this Friday, May... more »
Fish Reports Staff
5-12-2022 Sardine lake is open and accessible
Sardine lake is open and accessible. Still not... more »
Mountain Hardware & Sports
3-28-2022 Fishing is good
Boat rentals call and reserve. Fishing good. Shore... more »
Mountain Hardware & Sports
7-21-2021 Fishing is Good Right Now
Fishing is good right now at Sardine. For... more »
Mountain Hardware & Sports
12-11-2020 Currently Has Open Access
Sardine lake currently has open access, however, conditions could... more »
Mountain Hardware & Sports

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