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Lake Sutherland

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California, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Lake Sutherland is a lake located in San Diego County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and Black crappie.

Location

33°06′39.2″N 116°46′58.6″W
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Official website

www.sandiego.gov

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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Lake Sutherland?

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Fishing regulations at Lake Sutherland, 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

Ramona

7.0 miles away

Julian

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Valley Center

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Poway

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Escondido

16.8 miles away

Alpine

18.5 miles away

Descanso

18.9 miles away

Lakeside

19.0 miles away

Winter Gardens

20.6 miles away

Santee

21.2 miles away

Bostonia

22.3 miles away

San Marcos

22.7 miles away

El Cajon

23.7 miles away

Rancho San Diego

25.3 miles away

Bonsall

26.4 miles away

Vista

26.9 miles away

La Mesa

27.3 miles away

San Diego

27.6 miles away

Encinitas

28.0 miles away

Spring Valley

28.5 miles away

Solana Beach

28.6 miles away

Carlsbad

29.0 miles away

Lemon Grove

29.9 miles away

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FAQ about Lake Sutherland fishing

📍 Where is Lake Sutherland located?
Lake Sutherland is a lake located in San Diego County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
33°06′39.2″N 116°46′58.6″W
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🎣 Where on Lake Sutherland is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Lake Sutherland 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 Lake Sutherland?
The most common species in Lake Sutherland are:
📢 What are the latest Lake Sutherland fishing reports?
The latest Lake Sutherland fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Lake Sutherland right now?
According to fishing regulations at Lake Sutherland, 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 Lake Sutherland?

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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