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Fishing in Valley Center, CA

California, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Valley Center spots deliver

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Largemouth bass

Lake Skinner

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Spotted bass

Lake Skinner

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Largemouth bass

16 in · 3 lb

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Striped mullet

Batiquitos Lagoon

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California halibut

San Dieguito River

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California butterfly ray

Batiquitos Lagoon

15 in · 12 lb

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Spotted sand bass

Oceanside Harbor

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Spotted sand bass

Batiquitos Lagoon

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Barred sand bass

Batiquitos Lagoon

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Largemouth bass

Lake Murray Reservoir

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About Valley Center fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Valley Center, California. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 20,846 catches for Largemouth bass, 2,451 catches for Bluegill, and 2,375 catches for Spotted sand bass.

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Fishing regulations in Valley Center

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 species as of May 4, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Valley Center fishing

Anglers in Valley Center, CA recommend these top fishing spots: Dixon Lake, Lake San Marcos, Lake Hodges, Discovery Lake, and San Marcos Creek.
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