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El Capitan Reservoir

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California, United States

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El Capitan Reservoir fishing reports

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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

El Capitan Reservoir is a lake located in San Diego County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Common carp, and Blue catfish.

Location

32°54′36.8″N 116°46′52.4″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on El Capitan Reservoir?

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Fishing regulations at El Capitan Reservoir, 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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FAQ about El Capitan Reservoir fishing

El Capitan Reservoir is a lake located in San Diego County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
32°54′36.8″N 116°46′52.4″W
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