Lake Sutherland

Lake Sutherland is located approximately 45 miles northeast of San Diego, between Ramona and Julian. Once you arrive at Lake Sutherland you will know you are about to fish in a serine and cozy body of water.

In 1927, a dam was being built for the sole purpose of having an abundant supply of water for the rural areas of San Diego. The project was halted that year and was not completed untill 26 years later in 1953. The dam was built at the junction point of Santa Ysabel Creek and Bloomdale Creek. When full, Lake Sutherland Reservoir has 556.8 surface areas, 5.25 shoreline miles, and a water depth of 145 ft.

Submerged trees line the shoreline providing a beautiful setting for all to see. The HOT SPOTS are said to be Mesa Grande Arm, Santa Ysabel Arm, and The West Bank. The types of fish that you will find are Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Black Crappie, Redear Sunfish, Channel Catfish, Blue Catfish, Bullhead, and Carp.