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French Meadows Reservoir fishing reports

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Brown trout

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Rainbow trout

18 in · 2 lb

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Rainbow trout

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Brown trout

13 in · 1 lb

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Rainbow trout

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Rainbow trout

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General info

French Meadows Reservoir is a lake located in Placer County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Brown trout, Rainbow trout, and Cutthroat trout.

Location

39°07′7.8″N 120°25′42.2″W
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Official website

www.fs.usda.gov

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39°07′7.8″N 120°25′42.2″W
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Reviews of French Meadows Reservoir

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FAQ about French Meadows Reservoir fishing

French Meadows Reservoir is a lake located in Placer County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°07′7.8″N 120°25′42.2″W
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