Eagle Lake, Lassen County Fishing
Lassen County, CDFW Northern Region, 24,408 acres.
- 7launches
- 24,408acres
- 5,110 ftelevation
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About fishing Eagle Lake, Lassen County
CDFW files Eagle Lake, Lassen County, a lake in Lassen County, under its Northern Region. Surface area on the CDFW entry: 24,408 acres. CDFW lists an elevation near 5,110 feet. Plan supplies in Susanville, the closest town at about 15 miles.
Anglers can expect hatchery trout, per CDFW. 7 mapped launches serve the lake, 5 of them named. The provisional 2026 document schedules catchable eagle lake trout. The entry mentions restrooms, fuel and wheelchair access.
Eagle Lake, Lassen County in the Fishing Guide
“Eagle Lake is an open water surrounded by grass, brush, and coniferous forest.”
“Windy afternoons can create hazardous waves.”
“Rainbow catchables, both wild and domestic strains, in Spring and Fall, grow to produce trophy-size Trout.”
“Marina, bait & tackle, store, propane, resort, RV sites with hookups, primitive campsites with toilets and accessible marinas.”
Quoted from the CDFW Fishing Guide entry for Eagle Lake (source). Checked October 2026.
Launches that serve Eagle Lake, Lassen County
- Eagle Lake Marina4 lanes, restrooms, Lassen Community College Foundation
- Eagle Lake RV Parkmarina launch
- Eagle Lake- Aspen Grove BLFboat launch, restrooms
- Eagle Lake- Spaulding Tract Boat Launching Facilityboat launch
- Eagle Lake- Stones Landing Launch Rampboat launch
- Boat launch, Eagle Lakeboat launch
- Boat launch, Eagle Lakeboat launch
DBW lists these launch operators for Eagle Lake, Lassen County: Lassen Community College Foundation (1).
DBW Boating Facilities, USFS recreation sites and OpenStreetMap slipways, checked October 2026.
What swims in Eagle Lake, Lassen County
CDFW Fishing Guide species flags; CDFW publishes no fuller species list for most waters.
What CDFW plants in Eagle Lake, Lassen County
| Species | Size | Program | Months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Lake Trout | Catchable | Put and Take | April-May & October-November |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule and the 2026 Provisional Stocking Document. California trout stocking.
Bag rules for Eagle Lake, Lassen County
On Eagle Lake, Lassen County, the following special rules override the defaults.
- Sat. preceding Memorial Day through the last day in Feb. 2 trout per day. 4 trout in possession.7.50(b)(44)(A)
- Closed to all fishing all year.7.50(b)(44)(B)
- Sat. preceding Memorial Day through the last day in Feb. 5 trout7.50(b)(44)(C)
| Species | Daily bag | Size | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black bass | 5 a day | 12 in minimum | All year |
| Trout | 5 a day | none | All year |
| Striped bass | 2 a day | 18 in minimum | All year except closures in special regulations |
| Sunfish and crappie | 25 a day | none | All year, except closures under district or special regulations |
| Catfish | no limit | none | All year, except closures under special regulations |
| Kokanee and inland salmon | 5 a day | none | All year |
For district rules, Eagle Lake, Lassen County falls in the Sierra District.
CDFW 2026 Freshwater Sport Fishing Regulations, checked October 2026. All California limits.
Eagle Lake, Lassen County next to nearby water
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Elevation (ft) | Launches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Lake, Lassen County | 24,408 | 5,110 | 7 | |
| Bailey Reservoir | 13 miles northeast | 6 | 4,000 | 0 |
| Crater Lake, Lassen County | 16 miles west | 25 | 7,420 | 1 |
| McCoy Flat Reservoir | 16 miles southwest | 1,800 | 5,500 | 0 |
| Long Lake Highway 44 | 17 miles southwest | 5,500 | 0 | |
| Betty Lake | 24 miles southwest | 9.9 | 6,459 | 0 |
Beyond Eagle Lake, Lassen County
Other lakes around Eagle Lake, Lassen County
- Bailey Reservoir13 miles northeast
- Crater Lake, Lassen County16 miles west
- McCoy Flat Reservoir16 miles southwest
- Long Lake Highway 4417 miles southwest
- Betty Lake24 miles southwest
Tackle stores around Eagle Lake, Lassen County
- Eagle Lake RV Parkmarina, Susanville, 2 miles
- Eagle Lake Marinamarina, Susanville, 6 miles
- The Elegant Iris & Men's Denbait and tackle shop, Susanville, 16 miles
Where to buy a license near Eagle Lake, Lassen County
- Diamond Mountain Mini-Martlicense agent, 15 miles
- Walmart Store #1616department store, 17 miles
Overnight options near Eagle Lake, Lassen County
- Susanville15 miles
- Hamilton Branch31 miles
- Lake Almanor Country Club34 miles
Eagle Lake, Lassen County on the county pages
- Lassen Countyseat: Susanville
Eagle Lake, Lassen County, answered
What part of the state holds Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
The county line puts it in Lassen County, about 15 miles from Susanville.
What acreage does CDFW give for Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
About 24,408 acres, per CDFW.
Where do boats go in at Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
7 launches, among them Eagle Lake- Stones Landing Launch Ramp.
What fish live in Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
The entry lists hatchery trout.
Do hatchery trucks visit Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
Scheduled: Eagle Lake Trout.
Are there special rules on Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
Sat. preceding Memorial Day through the last day in Feb. 2 trout per day. 4 trout in possession; Closed to all fishing all year; Sat. preceding Memorial Day through the last day in Feb. 5 trout.
What does a license cost for Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
From age 16 a license, at $64.54 for residents.
How full is Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
It has no level gauge on file.
Where do I get supplies for Eagle Lake, Lassen County?
Eagle Lake RV Park sits about 2 miles away.
Fish Eagle Lake, Lassen County next
Buy the license online before the drive.