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Green Lake

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California, United States

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Top fish species at Green Lake

Rainbow trout
Rainbow trout
Brown trout
Brown trout
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General info

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

Location

38°05′5.1″N 119°18′32.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Green Lake, 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 Green Lake fishing

📍 Where is Green Lake located?
Green Lake is a lake located in Mono County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
38°05′5.1″N 119°18′32.5″W
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🎣 Where on Green Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Green Lake 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 Green Lake?
The most common species in Green Lake are:
📢 What are the latest Green Lake fishing reports?
The latest Green Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Green Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at Green Lake, 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 Green Lake?

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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