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Lake McCloud

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California, United States

5.0·44 catches

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Rainbow trout

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Brown trout

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Rainbow trout

18 in · 2 lb

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Rainbow trout

16 in · 2 lb

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Rainbow trout

14 in · 1 lb

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Rainbow trout

16 in · 2 lb

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General info

Lake McCloud is a lake located in Shasta County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Rainbow trout, Brown trout, and Steelhead.

Location

41°09′24″N 122°04′32.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Lake McCloud, 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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Cities nearby

McCloud

7.4 miles away

Castella

11.8 miles away

Big Bend

12.8 miles away

Mount Shasta

16.8 miles away

Montgomery Creek

23.2 miles away

Lakehead

24.2 miles away

Round Mountain

25.6 miles away

Burney

28.3 miles away

Johnson Park

28.4 miles away

Lake Shastina

29.6 miles away

Cassel

31.8 miles away

Oak Run

32.3 miles away

Jones Valley

32.7 miles away

Coffee Creek

33.6 miles away

McArthur

35.7 miles away

Shasta Lake

36.6 miles away

Bella Vista

36.6 miles away

Whitmore

38.1 miles away

Hat Creek

39.2 miles away

Millville

41.7 miles away

French Gulch

42.0 miles away

Redding

43.3 miles away

Yreka

48.9 miles away

Greenview

51.4 miles away

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FAQ about Lake McCloud fishing

📍 Where is Lake McCloud located?
Lake McCloud is a lake located in Shasta County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°09′24″N 122°04′32.6″W
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🎣 Where on Lake McCloud is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Lake McCloud by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Lake McCloud?
The most common species in Lake McCloud are:
  • Rainbow trout - 24 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Brown trout - 6 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Steelhead - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Lake McCloud fishing reports?
The latest Lake McCloud fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Lake McCloud right now?
According to fishing regulations at Lake McCloud, some of the species in season this June include: Chinook salmon, Lingcod, Pacific halibut, Cabezon, and Copper rockfish. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Lake McCloud?

Fishing in California requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include daily, annual, or combination licenses for residents and non-residents, purchasable online or at sporting goods stores.

In California, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. There is no universal senior exemption. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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