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
Lower Klamath Lake
Siskiyou County, California · about 1,190 acres (1.9 sq mi)
40°F water, windy Friday (23 mph S).
About Lower Klamath Lake
In Siskiyou County, California, Lower Klamath Lake covers about 1,190 acres.
From end to end it runs about 3.3 miles with roughly 12.8 miles of shoreline. At about 4,080 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Altamont is about 14 miles north. Medford, the nearest city, is about 61 miles west.
- Size
- About 1,190 acres (1.9 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 12.8 miles
- End to end
- About 3.3 miles
- Elevation
- About 4,080 ft
- County
- Siskiyou County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:15 am – 7:00 amsunrise
- 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 6 mph
Saturday Fair
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 6 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 16 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
For a lake of this size in California, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 40°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- SlowCrappie
Cold. Tight schools near deep brush and bridges.
- SlowBluegill and sunfish
Cold. Deep and hard to tempt. Use tiny baits.
- SlowCatfish
Cold. Slow, in the deepest holes. Cut bait works best.
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.
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 6:54 am · sunset 4:47 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lower Klamath Lake
- Altamontabout 14 mi north
- Klamath Fallsabout 16 mi north
- Medfordnearest city, about 61 mi west
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Questions about Lower Klamath Lake
What fish are in Lower Klamath Lake?
Lakes like Lower Klamath Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lower Klamath Lake?
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 Lower Klamath Lake?
About 1,190 acres, with about 12.8 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lower Klamath Lake?
Altamont is about 14 miles north; Klamath Falls is about 16 miles north.
What is the water temperature at Lower Klamath Lake today?
The surface was about 40°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lower Klamath Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
