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Lake Hodges is a lake and reservoir located in Southern California, about 31 miles north of San Diego and just south of Escondido, California. When full, the reservoir has 1,234 acres, a maximum water depth of 115 feet and 27 miles of shoreline. Lake Hodges is owned by the city of San Diego, and supplies water to the San Diego Utility Water District and Santa Fe Irrigation District.
The recreation area has six barbecues and 12 picnic tables. Self contained gas barbecues are allowed in the picnic area. Ground fires, glass containers and camping are not allowed at the park. There is currently no drinking fountain. Make sure to bring your own water.
CONCESSION
Lake Hodges' concession is open on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday only, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Concession phone (760) 432-2023. There is a full service snack bar with bait and tackle. You can also purchase fishing permits (all permits are cash only) and California State fishing licenses. Boat rentals are available on a first come basis.
Products
Candy bars, Chips, Ice Cream
Refreshments- Gatorade, water, sodas etc,
Kites & Toys
ICE
Charcoal Lighter Fluid
Fishing tackle, hooks, lines, weights, bobbers, plastics. We carry an array of Powerbait and Rapala. |
| Live Bait |
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Knightcrawlers
Red Worms
Chicken Liver
Mackeral
Crappie Shiners *
Medium Shiners * |
$3.50
$3.50
$3.50
$3.50
$4.50/dozen
$8.50/dozen |
| *Note- call beforehand to make sure we have them in. |
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FISHING
Lake Hodges has largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, bullhead and carp. The minimum size limit for bass is 15 inches and 10 inches for crappie. Fish limits are five bass, five catfish, 25 crappie and bluegill in aggregate, with no limit on other species. Fishing permits are available at the concession and ranger pay stations and are cash only. You must be have a California State Fishing license if you are 16 years of age or older.
| LAKE PERMITS (Cash only) |
Adult Fishing Permit
Youth Fishing Permit
Senior Fishing Permit
Boat Launch Permit
Advance Boat Launch Permit
Advance Fishing Permit |
$8.00
$2.50
$4.00
$7.00
$8.00
$8.00 |
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| CALIFORNIA STATE FISHING LICENSES (Cash or Credit) |
Annual California Resident
One Day Resident/ Non-Resident
Two Day Resident/ Non-Resident
2nd Rod Endorsement
Ocean Stamp
Colorado River Stamp
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$43.46
$14.04
$21.8
$13.53
$4.89
$ 3.09 |
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WATERCRAFT
Rental boats are available for fishing and recreational boating. Private boaters are welcome and pay a small launch ramp usage fee. Canoes, kayaks and float tubes are permitted. Float tubers must follow standard regulations which include waterproof waders, 144 sq. in. orange for visibility, horn or whistle and spare floatation device. Any float tube that uses oars or has a motor must purchase a private boat use permit. No swimming is allowed.
All private boats launching will be inspected for quagga mussels. Boats must be clean and dry or they will not be permitted to launch.
| BOAT RENTALS (Drivers License and Deposit are required on all boats. $10 Late Fee applies to all boats returned after time due back.) All boats are rented on a first come basis. |
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| 4 Passenger (Max) Fishing Boat with Motor |
2 Hours (Minimum)
Each Additional Hour
Full Day
Deposit
2nd Anchor Deposit |
$25.00
$7.00
$53
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$60.00
$10.00 |
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| 4 Passenger (Max) Rowboat |
Half Day
Full Day
Deposit |
$15.00
$30.00
$30.00 |
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| Kayaks |
Single
Double |
$10/Hour, $20 Deposit
$12/Hour, $24 Deposit |
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Prices are subject to change. Please check the lake for current prices.
PETS
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times and at least 50 feet away from the water. Dogs are NOT allowed on boats.
DIRECTIONS
From Interstate 15, exit Via Rancho Parkway and turn left on E. Via Rancho Parkway, turn left on Lake Drive, and continue to the reservoir entrance. |
