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Paynes Creek

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California, United States

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Smallmouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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Green sunfish

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Paynes Creek is a stream located in Tehama County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Green sunfish, and Largemouth bass.

Location

40°19′6.7″N 121°56′49.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Paynes Creek, CA

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 Paynes Creek fishing

the Paynes Creek is a stream located in Tehama County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°19′6.7″N 121°56′49.5″W
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