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Hot Creek

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California, United States

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Brown trout

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General info

Hot Creek is a stream located in Mono County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Brown trout, Rainbow trout, and Cutbow.

Location

37°38′56.3″N 118°52′3.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Hot 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 Hot Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Hot Creek located?
the Hot Creek is a stream located in Mono County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
37°38′56.3″N 118°52′3.5″W
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🎣 Where on the Hot Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Hot 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 Hot Creek?
The most common species in the Hot Creek are:
  • Brown trout - 40 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Rainbow trout - 33 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Cutbow - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Hot Creek fishing reports?
The latest Hot Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Hot Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Hot 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 Hot 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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