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Forbes Creek

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California, United States

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Channel catfish

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Spotted bass

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Black crappie

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Black crappie

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Largemouth bass

14 in · 2 lb

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Largemouth bass

14 in · 1 lb 4 oz

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General info

Forbes Creek is a stream located in Lake County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Black crappie, and Channel catfish.

Location

39°02′11.6″N 122°56′22.3″W
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Fishing regulations at Forbes 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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Cities nearby

Lakeport

1.0 miles away

Kelseyville

7.3 miles away

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9.1 miles away

Lucerne

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Hopland

10.6 miles away

Ukiah

16.4 miles away

Cloverdale

17.1 miles away

Clearlake

17.3 miles away

Cobb

18.1 miles away

Potter Valley

21.6 miles away

Geyserville

22.1 miles away

Boonville

23.4 miles away

Middletown

26.0 miles away

Hidden Valley Lake

26.5 miles away

Philo

27.2 miles away

Healdsburg

28.9 miles away

Lodoga

29.7 miles away

Willits

33.6 miles away

Windsor

34.9 miles away

Sea Ranch

35.4 miles away

Guerneville

36.2 miles away

Calistoga

36.8 miles away

Timber Cove

38.3 miles away

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41.2 miles away

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FAQ about Forbes Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Forbes Creek located?
the Forbes Creek is a stream located in Lake County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°02′11.6″N 122°56′22.3″W
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🎣 Where on the Forbes Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Forbes Creek 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 the Forbes Creek?
The most common species in the Forbes Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Forbes Creek fishing reports?
The latest Forbes Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Forbes Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Forbes Creek, 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 the Forbes Creek?

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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