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Spicer Meadow Reservoir

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California, United States

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Rainbow trout

14 in · 1 lb

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Brown trout

16 in · 1 lb 6 oz

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General info

Spicer Meadow Reservoir is a lake located in Alpine County, California, United States. It is also intersecting with Tuolumne County, California. It is most popular for fishing Rainbow trout, Brown trout, and Steelhead.

Location

38°24′50.8″N 119°56′4.2″W
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Official website

www.fs.usda.gov

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Fishing regulations at Spicer Meadow 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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Reviews of Spicer Meadow Reservoir

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FAQ about Spicer Meadow Reservoir fishing

📍 Where is Spicer Meadow Reservoir located?
Spicer Meadow Reservoir is a lake located in Alpine County, California, United States. It is also intersecting with Tuolumne County, California. Its coordinates are:
38°24′50.8″N 119°56′4.2″W
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🎣 Where on Spicer Meadow Reservoir is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Spicer Meadow Reservoir 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 Spicer Meadow Reservoir?
The most common species in Spicer Meadow Reservoir are:
  • Rainbow trout - 15 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Brown trout - 4 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Steelhead - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Spicer Meadow Reservoir fishing reports?
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🗓️ What species are in season at Spicer Meadow Reservoir right now?
According to fishing regulations at Spicer Meadow Reservoir, 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 Spicer Meadow Reservoir?

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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