The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Castaic Lake
Los Angeles County, California · 2,210 acres (3.5 sq mi)
74°F water, windy Friday (15 mph SSW).
About Castaic Lake
Castaic Lake spreads over 2,210 acres in Los Angeles County, California. Castaic Dam holds it back on the Castaic Creek. Castaic Lake, near Los Angeles, is a popular Southern California bass-fishing destination.
It stretches about 3.3 miles end to end with roughly 15.3 miles of shoreline. At about 1,510 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. The deepest water is about 330 ft. Castaic is about 2.3 miles south.
- Size
- 2,210 acres (3.5 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 330 ft
- Shoreline
- About 15.3 miles
- End to end
- About 3.3 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,510 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- Dam
- Castaic Dam, Castaic Creek
- County
- Los Angeles County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Fair
- 5:45 am – 7:00 amsunrise
- 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 15 mph
Saturday Good
- 5:45 am – 8:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 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
Lakes like Castaic Lake in California usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. With the surface at 74°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Active early and late. Head to shade, docks and grass in midday.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 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.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:26 am · sunset 4:50 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Castaic Lake
- Castaicabout 2.3 mi south
- Valenciaabout 5.1 mi south
- Val Verdeabout 5.8 mi south
- Stevenson Ranchabout 8.9 mi south
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Questions about Castaic Lake
What fish are in Castaic Lake?
Lakes like Castaic Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Castaic Lake?
About 330 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Castaic Lake?
2,210 acres, with about 15.3 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Castaic Lake?
Castaic is about 2.3 miles south; Valencia is about 5.1 miles south.
What is the water temperature at Castaic Lake today?
The surface was about 74°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Castaic Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
