Bearup Lake

Bearup Lake is a lake in Tuolumne County, California and covers about 55.3 acres, reaches about 26.6 feet at its deepest point and holds roughly 588.6 acre-feet.

A point, weed edge, or small drop is more important than simply covering the whole shoreline; test the drop before leaving.

Fish and Baits

Fish listed for Bearup Lake include Brook Trout, and Rainbow Trout.

To begin with rainbow trout on Bearup Lake, cast a small spoon, inline spinner, light jig, or fly through cool water.

How to Read the Water

Do not let the deepest number control the whole day; nearby cover, firm bottom, and food usually matter more than the deepest hole by itself; work the best shade during bright hours, then fish the edge from top to bottom.

Season by Season

Spring runoff can add color and pull fish toward fresh water; green weeds and the first drop become stronger summer targets; in fall, follow bait toward points and shallow flats, while winter rewards a slower search; keep the lure near the depth that produced, then match lure size to the fish.

A Simple Tackle Plan

A light spinning rod, thin line, a few small spoons, inline spinners, and jigs cover the listed trout; carry one slightly heavier setup when other fish or windy water call for more control; give low-light water a slower bottom pass; return to productive water when light changes.

Record the wind, water color, depth along the active edge, and cover after a bite; those four notes are more useful on the next trip than a long list of spots that did not produce; change lure speed before moving.