GENERAL CONDITIONS
Lake Camanche's current elevation is 213.56 feet above sea level. The inflow from Lake Pardee is currently at 11 c.f.s. The spill is at 0 c.f.s. The outflow from Lake Camanche is currently 292 c.f.s. The lake is 64% full & the water temperature is 70'F degrees. Lake conditions are updated daily on EBMUD's website.

Don't forget that this Sat, Sept 8, is California State FREE Fishing Day! This means you do not need a fishing license NOR a fishing permit to fish. There are still lots of catfish, bass and trout to be caught, come and get them!

LAKE NEWS
October is right around the corner and kicks off our winter rates. Off-season rates are good from Oct 1, 2012 through Apr 30, 2013.

Campsites are $16.00/night Fri-Sun and $8.00/night Mon-Thurs.

All RV sites are $45.00/night. Don't forget to take advantage of our RV punch cards where you get 6 nights for $180.00.

All of our lodging rates are also greatly reduced during this time. Take advantage of the nice October weather at a great rate.

WEEKLY WEATHER
North Shore & South Shore
Slightly cooler this week with highs in the high 80's to low 90's and lows in the high 50's. Weather info courtesy of www.weather.com.

FISHING REPORT
Fishing in general, has been better on weekdays as opposed to weekends as there are less people in the park and in the water.

Trout are still being caught but at much greater depths due to the heat. Most anglers are reporting luck at about 45 feet deep.

Look forward to trout plants starting again sometime late next month once the colder weather comes in. Remember we can plant as long as the surface temperature of the water is 69'F or colder so the fish don't get shocked as they enter the water.

Ever see trout being planted? Check out our Facebook page under "VIDEOS" and see clips from the last 2 years.

Catfish like stinky bait. Cut bait, chicken livers, cheese and night crawlers are some of the most common baits used. It's always a good idea to have a few choices available and switch them up if you aren't getting any bites. Still not catching catfish? Try another location.

HINT: Fresh chicken liver holds on the hook better than frozen which tends to get mushy when thawed.

HOURS OF OPERATION
Both stores are open 7 days a week. Camanche Recreation Area is open 365 days a year. Gate hours are 5:00 am - 11:00 pm