🐟 What fish can you catch in Sonora?

Most commonly caught species around Sonora , CA : Largemouth bass - 4,554 reported catches Spotted bass - 1,988 reported catches Rainbow trout - 1,773 reported catches Bluegill - 462 reported catches Channel catfish - 329 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Sonora fishing reports?

The latest Sonora , CA fishing reports are: @dolandilbeck reported a nice Rainbow trout . @dchoffel reported a nice Largemouth bass at Don Pedro Reservoir . @dolandilbeck reported a nice Rainbow trout . @mym___ reported a nice Largemouth bass at New Melones Lake . @mym___ reported a nice Largemouth bass at New Melones Lake . .

Fishing in Sonora, CA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Sonora, California?

Anglers in Sonora , CA recommend these top fishing spots: New Melones Lake , Don Pedro Reservoir , Tuolumne River , Stanislaus River , Tulloch Reservoir .

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

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California, United States

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Top fish species in Sonora

Latest Sonora fishing reports

Rainbow trout

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Largemouth bass

Don Pedro Reservoir

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Rainbow trout

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Largemouth bass

New Melones Lake

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Largemouth bass

New Melones Lake

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Brown trout

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Brown trout

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Spotted bass

Don Pedro Reservoir

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Rainbow trout

Pinecrest Lake

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Spotted bass

New Melones Lake

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Fishing regulations in Sonora

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.

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FAQ about Sonora fishing

Anglers in Sonora, CA recommend these top fishing spots: New Melones Lake, Don Pedro Reservoir, Tuolumne River, Stanislaus River, and Tulloch Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Sonora, CA:

Largemouth bass - 4,554 reported catches
Spotted bass - 1,988 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 1,773 reported catches
Bluegill - 462 reported catches
Channel catfish - 329 reported catches

The latest Sonora, CA fishing reports are:

@dolandilbeck reported a nice Rainbow trout.
@dchoffel reported a nice Largemouth bass at Don Pedro Reservoir.
@dolandilbeck reported a nice Rainbow trout.
@mym___ reported a nice Largemouth bass at New Melones Lake.
@mym___ reported a nice Largemouth bass at New Melones Lake.

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