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 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Elsinore
Riverside County, California · about 5,170 acres (8.1 sq mi)
71°F water, calm tomorrow morning.
About Lake Elsinore
Lake Elsinore spreads over about 5,170 acres in Riverside County, California.
From end to end it runs about 4.9 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 14.9 miles. At about 1,240 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Lakeland Village is right by the lake.
- Size
- About 5,170 acres (8.1 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 14.9 miles
- End to end
- About 4.9 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,240 ft
- County
- Riverside County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 5:45 am – 7:00 amsunrise
- 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Saturday Good
- 5:45 am – 8:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:15 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
Expect the usual California mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 71°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- 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
4 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 6:19 am · sunset 4:47 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Elsinore
- Lakeland Villageon the shore
- Sedco Hillson the shore
- Lake Elsinoreon the shore
- Wildomarabout 2.1 mi southeast
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Questions about Lake Elsinore
What fish are in Lake Elsinore?
Lakes like Lake Elsinore usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Elsinore?
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 Lake Elsinore?
About 5,170 acres, with about 14.9 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Elsinore?
Lakeland Village is on the shore.
What is the water temperature at Lake Elsinore today?
The surface was about 71°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Elsinore on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
