The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Camp Far West Reservoir
Placer County, California · about 1,620 acres (2.5 sq mi)
67°F water, windy Friday (22 mph S).
About Camp Far West Reservoir
In Placer County, California, Camp Far West Reservoir covers about 1,620 acres.
From end to end it runs about 3.9 miles with roughly 20 miles of shoreline. At about 280 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Beale Air Force Base is about 3.8 miles northwest. The closest city is Rocklin, about 16 miles away.
- Size
- About 1,620 acres (2.5 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 20 miles
- End to end
- About 3.9 miles
- Elevation
- About 280 ft
- County
- Placer County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 7 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 3 mph
Sunday Fair
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 7 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual California mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 67°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Fall feed. They chase baitfish into creeks and coves.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:46 am · sunset 4:52 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Camp Far West Reservoir
- Beale Air Force Baseabout 3.8 mi northwest
- Sheridanabout 5.6 mi southwest
- Wheatlandabout 6.3 mi west
- Lincolnabout 9.1 mi south
- Rocklinnearest city, about 16 mi south
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Questions about Camp Far West Reservoir
What fish are in Camp Far West Reservoir?
Lakes like Camp Far West Reservoir usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Camp Far West Reservoir?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Camp Far West Reservoir?
About 1,620 acres, with about 20 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Camp Far West Reservoir?
Beale Air Force Base is about 3.8 miles northwest; Sheridan is about 5.6 miles southwest.
What is the water temperature at Camp Far West Reservoir today?
The surface was about 67°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Camp Far West Reservoir on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
