Check out the best fishing spots in San Mateo, California. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 9,328 catches for Largemouth bass, 4,053 catches for Rainbow trout, 3,276 catches for Striped bass, 2,911 catches for Leopard shark, 1,898 catches for California halibut, 1,697 catches for Bat eagle ray Use Fishbrain to view local fishing regulations, read reviews of local fishing spots, and learn what lures are most successful in San Mateo. Become a Pro subscriber to see when and where fish are being caught and logged in Fishbrain. Whether you use the free version of Fishbrain or upgrade to Fishbrain Pro, you can find a diverse range of successful fishing spots in San Mateo, and get tips on how to increase your fishing success!
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I hit up lake chabot as often as I can. Mainly fish from the bank and hit up spots between alder point and the boat house. I’ve had luck and have caught some good size bass but also get skunked plenty. Not sure when or where they spawn and I thought this platform wouldn’t be a bad place for bass fisherman to communicate and share current and local info about the lake. WDYT?
SCR has become my home water over the past year. Initially I was extremely frustrated because the bass seem to be pickier than other waters, but a year of fishing here and I can say lots of amazing things happen here. It may not regularly produce numbers like other places, but it certainly has quality! There's a good number of certified fatties, and some monsters lurk here. Stick around and get a feel for it, if you have patience you will keep coming back.