🐟 What fish can you catch in Almanor?

Most commonly caught species around Almanor , CA : Rainbow trout - 565 reported catches Largemouth bass - 216 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 186 reported catches Brown trout - 183 reported catches Brook trout - 35 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Almanor fishing reports?

The latest Almanor , CA fishing reports are: @Vincef888 reported a nice Rainbow trout at Lake Almanor . @ashtonsweetin reported a nice Rainbow trout at Lake Almanor . @LukeBerryCS reported a nice Brown trout at Middle Fork Feather River . @richardspreston reported a nice Largemouth bass . @CandyLander reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Lake Almanor . .

Fishing in Almanor, CA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Almanor, California?

Anglers in Almanor , CA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Almanor , Butte Creek , North Fork Feather River , Hamilton Branch , Butt Valley Reservoir .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Almanor?

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California, United States

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Top fish species in Almanor

Latest Almanor fishing reports

Rainbow trout

Lake Almanor

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Rainbow trout

Lake Almanor

6 in · 2 oz

Brown trout

Middle Fork Feather River

10 in · 5 oz

Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

Lake Almanor

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Largemouth bass

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Rainbow trout

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Rainbow trout

Lake Almanor

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Rainbow trout

Lake Almanor

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Rainbow trout

Lake Almanor

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Fishing regulations in Almanor

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in California can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Rainbow trout as of April 21st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Rainbow trout

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Bag limit = 3 trout, except the take of steelhead rainbow trout in the ocean is prohibited.
Trout must voluntarily take the bait or lure in its mouth.

Sea Trout

Regulations for

40°12′52.6″N 121°10′34.7″W

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FAQ about Almanor fishing

Anglers in Almanor, CA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Almanor, Butte Creek, North Fork Feather River, Hamilton Branch, and Butt Valley Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Almanor, CA:

Rainbow trout - 565 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 216 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 186 reported catches
Brown trout - 183 reported catches
Brook trout - 35 reported catches

The latest Almanor, CA fishing reports are:

@Vincef888 reported a nice Rainbow trout at Lake Almanor.
@ashtonsweetin reported a nice Rainbow trout at Lake Almanor.
@LukeBerryCS reported a nice Brown trout at Middle Fork Feather River.
@richardspreston reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@CandyLander reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Lake Almanor.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Almanor, CA. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: