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Fishing regulations at West Lake, CA
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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.
Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Rainbow trout as of April 24th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
Seasons
Bag limit
Trout must voluntarily take the bait or lure in its mouth.
Sea Trout
Regulations for
FAQ about West Lake fishing
- Rainbow trout - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @Pacific_Burton reported a nice Rainbow trout.
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