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5 in · 3 lb

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California halibut

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Cutthroat trout

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General info

South Fork Gualala River is a stream located in Sonoma County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Cutthroat trout and California halibut.

Location

38°37′26″N 123°20′18″W
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Fishing regulations at South Fork Gualala River, 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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20.3 miles away

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21.1 miles away

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24.3 miles away

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Healdsburg

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26.7 miles away

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26.8 miles away

Bodega

27.5 miles away

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28.6 miles away

Windsor

29.2 miles away

Manchester

30.8 miles away

Philo

31.1 miles away

Dillon Beach

33.4 miles away

Bloomfield

33.8 miles away

Tomales

35.0 miles away

Cobb

36.2 miles away

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36.2 miles away

Santa Rosa

36.3 miles away

Rohnert Park

39.6 miles away

Middletown

39.6 miles away

Calistoga

40.9 miles away

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FAQ about South Fork Gualala River fishing

📍 Where is the South Fork Gualala River located?
the South Fork Gualala River is a stream located in Sonoma County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
38°37′26″N 123°20′18″W
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🎣 Where on the South Fork Gualala River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the South Fork Gualala River 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 South Fork Gualala River?
The most common species in the South Fork Gualala River are:
📢 What are the latest South Fork Gualala River fishing reports?
The latest South Fork Gualala River fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the South Fork Gualala River right now?
According to fishing regulations at the South Fork Gualala River, some of the species in season this July 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 South Fork Gualala River?

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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