Fabulous Fishing In Five Counties
By Melissa Wynn
Statistics Courtesy of hookandbullet.com
World class fishing is the pride and joy of Mountain Valley Living territory. Anglers from around the globe flock to NorCal year-round to wet a line in our bountiful steams, creeks, rivers and lakes.
Shasta County
Frequent bass tournaments at Shasta Lake draw locals and tourists alike to Shasta County. Trout fishermen, as well as those in search of bluegill, catfish, crappie, salmon and even sturgeon have great success in this ever popular lake. The rolling Sacramento, Pit and McCloud Rivers also run through this picturesque area. The site of these mighty rivers excite those who love to put bait to hook. Those who give it a try from boat, tube, kayak or even from the shore, have great success in this world class trout and steelhead fly-fishing destination. Creeks and streams in this neck of the woods are too numerous to list here as there are over 400 to choose from. A few of the local favorites include Hat Creek, Cottonwood Creek and Burney Creek.
Bodies of Water found here:
- Lakes: 96
- Rivers/Streams: 458
- Reservoirs: 41
- Others: 45
- All: 640
- Species found here:
- Rainbow Trout
- Largemouth Bass
- Bluegill
- Brown Trout
- Smallmouth Bass
- Channel Catfish
- Crappie
- Bullhead
- Yellow Perch and 14 more
- Read more online at: http://www.hookandbullet.com/cn/fishing-shasta-ca/#ixzz3JZ7v0Z8a
Lassen County
Lassen County offers a unique blend of fishing opportunities where the Sierra Nevada mountain range meets the Great Basin. In the mountains, Eagle Lake, native home of the famous Eagle Lake Trout, offers hot fishing year-round. Mountain Meadows Reservoir (known to the locals as Walker Lake) is a bass fisherman’s paradise. The Hamilton Branch leaves this scenic reservoir and lets you flow seamlessly from lake-to-stream fishing. The wide open spaces of the Great Basin side offer numerous reservoirs, creeks and streams to anglers that like to avoid the crowd. During higher water, Willow Creek and the little known Horse Lake often feel like private fishing areas when you find yourself the lone angler all day.
Bodies of Water found here:
- Lakes: 95
- Rivers/Streams: 94
- Reservoirs: 138
- Others: 11
- All: 338
- Species found here:
- Largemouth Bass
- Bluegill
- Rainbow Trout
- Crappie
- Brown Trout
- Channel Catfish
- Smallmouth Bass
- Brook Trout
- Northern Pike and 10 more
- Read more online at: http://www.hookandbullet.com/cn/fishing-lassen-ca/#ixzz3JZ7In1C0
Tehama County
Whether you are looking to hook a batch of bluegill in a quiet pond, or prefer a kick-back night of cat fishing on the banks of the Sacramento River, Tehama County is an astounding anglers destination to fill your stringer. From the foothills to the valley, countless fishable streams, creeks and tributaries feed the mighty Sacramento on its journey to the sea. Northern Pike or Bullhead, a fun fight with a feisty fish is easily found in this fisherman’s wonderland of waterways.
Bodies of Water found here:
- Lakes: 22
- Rivers/Streams: 242
- Reservoirs: 2
- Others: 19
- All: 285
Species found here:
Largemouth Bass
Bluegill
Smallmouth Bass
Channel Catfish
Crappie
Striped Bass
Bullhead
Northern Pike
Carp and 7 more
Read more online at: http://www.hookandbullet.com/cn/fishing-tehama-ca/#ixzz3JMcIIHHG
Butte County
Lake Oroville is certainly one of our favorites, of the many fishing hot spots that exist in stunning and diverse Butte County. From houseboats to onshore, faithful fishermen gather to set a hook here year after year. Many locals that fish for the solitude often wander up Highway 70 to fish the unrivaled streams and creeks along the way. Magalia and Concow Reservoirs along with Paradise Lake are just a few more lake options available to those in search of trout, bass and catfish. Lures, flies, worms or your own secret weapon of the tackle box, there is a species here that would love a taste. From Big Chico Creek in the valley to Deer Creek, near Butte Meadows on the Western slope of the stunning Sierra, there is a new Butte County fishing hole beckoning you to test your skill with rod and reel.
Bodies of Water found here:
- Lakes: 24
- Rivers/Streams: 314
- Reservoirs: 41
- Others: 41
- All: 420
- Species found here:
- Brown Trout
- Largemouth Bass
- Rainbow Trout
- Smallmouth Bass
- Bluegill
- Channel Catfish
- Northern Pike
- Crappie
- Brook Trout and 11 more
- Read more: http://www.hookandbullet.com/cn/fishing-butte-ca/#ixzz3JZZJdTwx
Plumas County
Settled in the shadow of volcanic Mount Lassen, Plumas County sits loaded with lakes brimming with a variety of fish. With 52 miles of shoreline, there is plenty of room for all to share in the bounty of brown trout and bass, among many others, in the largest manmade lake, lucky Lake Almanor.
Hidden throughout the rugged terrain are countless others just waiting for you and your favorite pole. A few of our favorites include secluded Bucks Lake, Lake Davis and Frenchman Lake. The officially proclaimed “wild and scenic” Feather River and many of its tributaries flow through this forested area offering sport galore for trout anglers of all ages. Don’t forget to test your river fishing skills again in the rolling waters of the Truckee River when visiting the plethora of possibilities on the Eastern side of pristine Plumas County.
Bodies of Water found here:
Lakes: 78
Rivers/Streams: 372
Reservoirs: 25
Others: 38
All: 513
Species found here:
Largemouth Bass
Bluegill
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
Smallmouth Bass
Crappie
Channel Catfish
Bullhead
Northern Pike and 10 more
Read more online: http://www.hookandbullet.com/cn/fishing-plumas-ca/#ixzz3JZvYsevr