Fishing access map

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Black Butte Lake

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Fishing report & water release — real-time flow and lake level

Black Butte Lake, located near Orland, CA, offers anglers a comprehensive overview of current fishing and water conditions. This page provides crucial information such as release and outflow rates, lake level and elevation, and real-time weather updates. By referencing official monitoring data, anglers can make informed decisions about their fishing trips. Understanding the lake's release and outflow rates helps identify optimal fishing spots, while lake level and elevation data assist in assessing water accessibility and safety. Additionally, real-time weather updates ensure that anglers are prepared for changing conditions. Whether planning a day trip or a weekend getaway, this page is an essential resource for anglers seeking to maximize their experience at Black Butte Lake.

Black Butte·SPK

Fish type

Fishing spots map

Current outflow

77.3

CFS

Live reading from the past 24 hours.

Water level

465.20

Above normal

Latest value from the chart date range (pool / reservoir).

Above normal pool (454.3 FT)

Location

Seasonal fish position

Estimated holding depth based on season, temperature, and flow.

Bass · Low discharge

Low Flow Positioning

Fish slide to deeper lanes and slower water.

Medium confidence2-6 ft off bottom

Shallow

Mid-depth

Deep

2-6 ft off bottom

Season

May

JanDec

Conditions right now

Weather at the ramp

Air temp

N/A°F

Wind

N/Amph

Pressure

N/AhPa

Barometric pressure.

Cloud cover

N/A

Good for reading surface activity.

Sunrise / sunset

No data

Water release alerts

Get notified when flow changes

Get email notifications when water levels change. Set a custom threshold to be notified when conditions match your target.

Custom flow limit (CFS)

AI fishing analysis

BETA

Get a personalized read on whether to fish today, plus bait and strategy tailored to your target species.

Outflow: 77.3 CFS

Level: 465.20 ft

Temp: N/A

🎣Species: Bass

Analysis uses current outflow, level, weather, and pressure trend.

Or email info@alert.catchdamfish.com with "Lake name, state" in the body.

Technical analysis

Water level history

Measured in ft

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