Top fish species at Shain Drain

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
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General info

Shain Drain is a canal located in Merced County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass.

Location

36°58′2.9″N 120°38′7.4″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Shain Drain?

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Fishing regulations at Shain Drain, 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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Dos Palos

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Los Banos

13.1 miles away

El Nido

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Santa Nella

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Chowchilla

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Merced

24.9 miles away

Atwater

26.8 miles away

Stevinson

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Le Grand

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Winton

28.9 miles away

Livingston

29.4 miles away

Tranquillity

30.6 miles away

Madera

30.8 miles away

Newman

32.1 miles away

Delhi

32.9 miles away

Three Rocks

34.6 miles away

San Joaquin

35.1 miles away

Kerman

35.8 miles away

Turlock

39.1 miles away

Snelling

39.8 miles away

Hollister

42.8 miles away

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FAQ about Shain Drain fishing

📍 Where is Shain Drain located?
Shain Drain is a canal located in Merced County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
36°58′2.9″N 120°38′7.4″W
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🎣 Where on Shain Drain is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Shain Drain 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 Shain Drain?
The most common species in Shain Drain are:
📢 What are the latest Shain Drain fishing reports?
The latest Shain Drain fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Shain Drain right now?
According to fishing regulations at Shain Drain, 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 Shain Drain?

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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