Top fish species at Scout Lake

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Bluegill
Bluegill
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Largemouth bass

16 in · 4 lb

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Bluegill

5 in · 2 oz

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Bluegill

6 in · 4 oz

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Largemouth bass

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Bluegill

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37 in · 16 lb

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General info

Scout Lake is a lake located in Mendocino County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass and Bluegill.

Location

39°25′1.8″N 123°16′45.6″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Scout Lake?

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Fishing regulations at Scout Lake, CA

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in California can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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Cities nearby

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3.8 miles away

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11.2 miles away

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19.1 miles away

Philo

25.8 miles away

Upper Lake

26.5 miles away

Cleone

27.3 miles away

Boonville

28.5 miles away

Albion

28.7 miles away

Hopland

32.1 miles away

Lakeport

32.4 miles away

Lucerne

36.1 miles away

Manchester

37.7 miles away

Leggett

38.9 miles away

Kelseyville

39.0 miles away

Elk Creek

41.5 miles away

Lodoga

42.0 miles away

Cloverdale

45.2 miles away

Clearlake

46.9 miles away

Sea Ranch

49.3 miles away

Cobb

50.0 miles away

Paskenta

50.6 miles away

Geyserville

52.4 miles away

Alderpoint

54.4 miles away

Shelter Cove

59.6 miles away

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FAQ about Scout Lake fishing

📍 Where is Scout Lake located?
Scout Lake is a lake located in Mendocino County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°25′1.8″N 123°16′45.6″W
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🎣 Where on Scout Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Scout Lake by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Scout Lake?
The most common species in Scout Lake are:
  • Largemouth bass - 4 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Bluegill - 3 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Scout Lake fishing reports?
The latest Scout Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Scout Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at Scout Lake, some of the species in season this June include: Chinook salmon, Lingcod, Pacific halibut, Cabezon, and Copper rockfish. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Scout Lake?

Fishing in California requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include daily, annual, or combination licenses for residents and non-residents, purchasable online or at sporting goods stores.

In California, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. There is no universal senior exemption. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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