Another 4,000 pounds of rainbow trout were released into Cachuma Lake this week. The stocking, which was done in cooperation with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, marks the third batch of trout added to the lake this season.

A person holds a rainbow trout in their hands just above the water. Cachuma Lake is set to receive 16,000 pounds of the fist this stocking season. (Courtesy photo)
Cachuma Lake is stocked up with rainbow trout. (Courtesy photo)

A total of more than 16,000 pounds of trout are added during the stocking season.

The fish, that range in size from half-pound “catchables” to 8-pound trophies, come from Mt. Lassen Trout Farms, Inc., in Paynes Creek, California.

In addition to rainbow trout, large- and small-mouth bass, crappie, carp, catfish, blue gill, and red-eared sunfish are ready to bite.

Note that due to the 30-day Quagga restrictions, boats must be inspected and tagged by Cachuma Lake staff at least 30 days prior to visiting. Kayaks, canoes, and simple boats are eligible for same-day launch.

For more, visit https://www.countyofsb.org/639/Boating-Vessel-Requirements.

Cachuma Lake Recreation Area is a full-service campground offering year-round cabin, yurt, RV and tent camping, recreational activities, nature programs, and fishing.

For camping reservations and more information, visit https://www.countyofsb.org/334/Parks.