8. Folsom Lake 9. Lake Berryessa 10. Bass Lake. 11. Lake Don Pedro. 12. Lake Havasu. 13. Lake Perris. 14. Lake Oroville. 15. Pyramid Lake. Final Thoughts. 15 Top Places for California Bass Fishing. If you’re looking for the best bass fishing in California, the following 15 lakes will be sure to impress and excite you. 1. Castaic Lake