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North Slough

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California, United States

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Striped bass

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Striped bass

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Colorado pikeminnow

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General info

North Slough is a stream located in Napa County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Striped bass, Rainbow trout, and Colorado pikeminnow.

Location

38°11′21.2″N 122°15′33.9″W
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Fishing regulations at North Slough, 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Striped bass

Striped bass

Regulation boundaryCA State Waters
Bag limit2

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size18" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Restrictions & requirements

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Additional information
No closed season. Minimum size only applies north of Point Conception. South of Point Conception there is no minimum size. No striped bass may be taken while using a sinker weighing over four pounds, or while using any power-driven curdy or winch.
Synonyms
Morone saxatilis
Season open: year-round
Rainbow trout

Rainbow trout

Regulation boundaryCA State Waters
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Additional information
Bag limit = 3 trout, except the take of steelhead rainbow trout in the ocean is prohibited. Trout must voluntarily take the bait or lure in its mouth.
Synonyms
Sea Trout
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FAQ about North Slough fishing

📍 Where is the North Slough located?
the North Slough is a stream located in Napa County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
38°11′21.2″N 122°15′33.9″W
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🎣 Where on the North Slough is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the North Slough 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 North Slough?
The most common species in the North Slough are:
📢 What are the latest North Slough fishing reports?
The latest North Slough fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the North Slough right now?
According to fishing regulations at the North Slough, some of the species in season this October include: Chinook salmon, Lingcod, Pacific halibut, Black rockfish, and Vermilion 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 North Slough?

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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