🐟 What fish can you catch in Merced?

Most commonly caught species around Merced , CA : Largemouth bass - 4,803 reported catches Spotted bass - 1,384 reported catches Rainbow trout - 786 reported catches Channel catfish - 491 reported catches Striped bass - 432 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Merced fishing reports?

The latest Merced , CA fishing reports are: @SebasB40 reported a nice Channel catfish at Main Canal . @danny-richards reported a nice Rainbow trout at Lake McSwain . @deanbailony reported a nice Rainbow trout . @johanmontes reported a nice Largemouth bass at Merced River . @GryphonNA reported a nice Largemouth bass at Modesto Reservoir . .

Fishing in Merced, CA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Merced, California?

Anglers in Merced , CA recommend these top fishing spots: San Joaquin River , Merced River , Yosemite Lake , Bear Creek , Merced Lateral .

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

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California, United States

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Top fish species in Merced

Latest Merced fishing reports

Channel catfish

Main Canal

12 in · 1 lb

Rainbow trout

Lake McSwain

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Rainbow trout

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Largemouth bass

Merced River

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Largemouth bass

Modesto Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Modesto Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

San Luis Wasteway

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Largemouth bass

San Luis Wasteway

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Largemouth bass

San Luis Wasteway

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Pink salmon

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Fishing regulations in Merced

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37°18′20.5″N 120°28′40.1″W

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FAQ about Merced fishing

Anglers in Merced, CA recommend these top fishing spots: San Joaquin River, Merced River, Yosemite Lake, Bear Creek, and Merced Lateral.

Most commonly caught species around Merced, CA:

Largemouth bass - 4,803 reported catches
Spotted bass - 1,384 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 786 reported catches
Channel catfish - 491 reported catches
Striped bass - 432 reported catches

The latest Merced, CA fishing reports are:

@SebasB40 reported a nice Channel catfish at Main Canal.
@danny-richards reported a nice Rainbow trout at Lake McSwain.
@deanbailony reported a nice Rainbow trout.
@johanmontes reported a nice Largemouth bass at Merced River.
@GryphonNA reported a nice Largemouth bass at Modesto Reservoir.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Merced, 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: