Fishing at Benson Lake, California
166-acre lake · County · 0 species stocked
Benson Lake sits at 0 feet — low-elevation, warmer-water in County, California, covering 166 acres of lake water. It's been an active stocking water since at least 0, and the recent records below tell you what's been planted and when.
Stocking Reports
No public stocking events are recorded for Benson Lake in our dataset. This doesn't necessarily mean the lake hasn't been stocked — check directly with California's fish and wildlife agency.
Best Time to Fish Benson Lake
Stocking records for Benson Lake are limited. Reach out to the state fish and wildlife agency for current management plans.
Nearby Lakes
Other stocked waters within ~75 miles of Benson Lake:
- Tilden Lake — 7.4 mi (148 ac)
- Hetch Hetchy Reservoir — 11.5 mi (1,840 ac)
- Huckleberry Lake — 12.8 mi (181 ac)
- Tenaya Lake — 13.2 mi (170 ac)
- Saddlebag Lake — 14.2 mi (279 ac)
- Kibbie Lake — 17.4 mi (124 ac)
- Cherry Lake — 20.6 mi (869 ac)
- Relief Reservoir — 21.0 mi (212 ac)
Fishing Regulations
A valid California fishing license is required at Benson Lake. Buy one online and check current regulations at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Always confirm seasonal closures, size limits, and creel limits before fishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are stocked in Benson Lake?
No species are recorded as stocked in our dataset for Benson Lake.
Do I need a fishing license for Benson Lake?
Yes — a valid California fishing license is required. Purchase one online from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.